The pros and cons of renting in a NYC condo or co-op building

… are a number of pitfalls that you should be aware of before you sign a lease as a renter in a coop or condo You may … to you to recognize and get to know your neighbors condo or coops may be your better bet said Andrew Sacks an agent … to start looking for somewhere else to live because I was 30 years old and didnt have a lot of savingslike none But a …

By Jennifer White Karp |January 12, 2026 - 10:30AM
Here are 8 real co-op board reference letters from successful buyers

… Buying a  New York City coop is a lot like applying for a job Not only do you have to qualify with a pile of documents …

By Brick Underground |December 31, 2025 - 9:30AM
12 tough co-op board interview questions—and how to answer them

… giving a reason Your best bet is to thoroughly prepare for this important part of the coop buying process by … to hear someone elses six year old learning the piano  … 3 Why are you downsizing … This is a common question though … to Jeremy Kamm an agent at Coldwell Banker Warburg  Some coops are interested in knowing how frequently you may have …

By Brick Underground |December 26, 2025 - 9:30AM
Buy a co-op at a discount: All about HDFCs and how to get one

… in New York City typically refers to rentals but what are the options for buyers One socalled budget route to home ownership is … current HDFC listings in NYC see below for how to narrow your search ranging in price from $85000 for a one bedroom …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 11, 2025 - 10:30AM
What’s a condop? What do I need to know about buying there?

… come across a listing for a condop particularly if you are searching for sponsor coops A condop is probably the most … hallways or laundry rooms What to know about buying or selling a condop in NYC Multiple boards add complexity The … resist having to pay for elevators they never use Then theres the issue of board representation In one of Roberts …

By Evelyn Battaglia |May 6, 2025 - 10:30AM