Getting past the down payment problem—probably your biggest hurdle to buying an apartment

… fifth highest number of down payment resources there are about 90 programs according to the groups president Rob … near future downsize compress maybe even move in with your parents if thats an option says Miller  Take things off the … 125 percent CDs can also be a good option she says Its also about adjusting expectations says Miller and realizing that …

By Lucy Cohen Blatter |August 19, 2015 - 8:59AM
New Yorkers on that age-old conundrum: Rent or buy?

… New York has some of the most covetable real estate on the planet and … it Im with roommates now which isnt ideal But I dont worry about making the low rent and I have the freedom to leave … and thats the important part Maybe I should be worrying about the rent Im throwing out the window every month But I …

By Mayra David |January 5, 2015 - 3:59PM
Cheap rentals in the "New Frontier" of East New York, crowdfunding your down payment, and more

…  to land an apartment DNAinfo For DIY fiends upholstery projects large and small to try this weekend DesignSponge If …

By Virginia K. Smith |July 31, 2014 - 10:59AM
The secret to buying a Brooklyn apartment? PBR and peanut butter sandwiches

… major inroads  The same thing goes for breakfast eating at home or bringing something from home is a pretty painless way to stash away another $5 to … Washington Heights regularly making the twohour train ride home after late nights in Brooklyn to save the $67 cab fare …

By Virginia K. Smith |June 30, 2014 - 12:59PM