first-time buyer

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

… was published in January 2025 We are presenting it again with new information for January 2026 … 1 Boost your … strong credit to get that low rate which helps the debttoincome ratiomonthly payment as well as getting approved by a … The Agencys offmarket team give you exclusive access to apartments in your price range and desired neighborhood that …

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 14, 2026 - 11:30AM

Negotiating + Financing

The home loan that lets first-time buyers put as little as 3 percent down

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 22, 2025 - 10:30AM

Tenants of 438 and 440 West 45th Street gathered on the stoop of the apartment building at 438.

Non-Traditional Buyers

Hell’s Kitchen tenants rally for a chance to buy their distressed buildings

By Celia Young |April 1, 2025 - 12:30PM

Co-ops

10 steps for creating a stellar co-op or condo board application

By Evelyn Battaglia |February 12, 2025 - 12:30PM

Co-ops

How first-time buyers can apply for up to $100,000 in down payment assistance

… More New Yorkersthough not manywill soon be able to snag up to $100000 in a forgivable loan towards their first purchase of a condo coop or one to … you to a lender to get preapproved for your loan You can find a list of those agencies online After completing the …

By Celia Young |February 3, 2025 - 3:00PM

Negotiations + Closings

The buyer's and seller's guide to NYC closing costs

… Whether youre buying or selling real estate in New York City you face hefty taxes and fees … who say they can do it for $1500 or dont specialize in NYC real estate closings … Mansion tax … The mansion tax …

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 6, 2025 - 10:00AM