closing

I'm in contract on an UES co-op and I just found out there's a $20,000 assessment to fix the fireplace. Do I have to pay?

By Emily Myers |July 24, 2023 - 9:30AM

Sell

What sellers need to know about all-cash vs. mortgage-contingent offers in NYC

By Evelyn Battaglia |May 25, 2023 - 2:45PM

Negotiating + Financing

7 ways to compete with an all-cash offer

By Jennifer White Karp |May 16, 2023 - 10:30AM

Co-ops

Job cut jitters spur NYC buyers to ask for employment contingencies

By Jennifer White Karp |March 21, 2023 - 9:30AM

A financial statement offers a snapshot of a co-op or condo building's financial health. Here are some of the key things to look for

Sales Market

How to read a NYC co-op or condo building’s financial statement

By Emily Myers |February 22, 2023 - 3:30PM

Co-ops

When you're buying a NYC co-op, is it risky to skip the home inspection?

… a broker at Corcoran says inspections are conducted in about 15 percent of the deals she does Either way she makes … be a good source of information If everyones complaining about boilers not working you know there are capital … An inspection during this instance can reveal information about appliance conditions or any electric or plumbing …

By Emily Myers |January 17, 2023 - 9:30AM

Negotiations + Closings

How much do NYC sellers pay for closing costs?

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 9, 2023 - 12:30PM

Negotiating + Financing

5 ways NYC buyers can lower their closing costs

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 5, 2023 - 1:30PM

Co-ops

What NYC buyers can expect to pay in closing costs

… want this peace of mind too in case of loss How much the policy will cost is largely determined by how much coverage … plumbing you might want to get more protection with a $600 policy that doubles your contentstructural coverage and …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 19, 2022 - 12:30PM

Negotiating + Financing

Can you negotiate the rate and terms of your mortgage when you're buying in NYC?

By Emily Myers |December 19, 2022 - 9:30AM