Buying for the first time in NYC? Be sure to prep your finances first

… especially daunting  If youre planning on taking the leap to ownership youll want answers to critical questions about … a coop or condo makes better financial sense for you and how to budget for closing costs and monthly maintenance or … reasons a buyers credit is critical Banks have different incentives based on different credit scores For example …

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 14, 2026 - 11:30AM
10 steps for creating a stellar co-op or condo board application

… gives you time to request any necessary statements  You should also have your broker contact the sellers agent to … details on how responsible you are a letter from your current management company confirming that you pay rent or monthlies on time and a personal letter which can …

By Evelyn Battaglia |February 12, 2025 - 12:30PM
What are the differences between jumbo and conforming loans?

… getting a mortgage youve probably come across the following terms for loans jumbo and conforming Confused about what … how they differ Or which one you might need  Here are some of the distinctions between the two types of loan  Editors … than jumbos and lenders can typically offer more options in terms of term length and whether it is fixed adjustable or …

By Brick Underground |December 4, 2024 - 2:30PM