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Co-ops
Buying in a boutique co-op or condo building? You'll likely get luxury and privacy—and lower monthlies, too
By Emily Myers   |July 25, 2023 - 12:00PM
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Co-ops
Buying a co-op sponsor unit means you don't need board approval, but you'll likely pay a premium
By Emily Myers   |July 20, 2023 - 1:30PM
Apartment-Lined Street in East Village, New York City.
Buy Affordable Housing
Can you use a 1 percent down loan to buy in NYC?
By Jennifer White Karp   |June 15, 2023 - 5:00PM
Astoria Queens apartments
Negotiating + Financing
The home loan that lets first-time buyers put as little as 3 percent down
By Emily Myers   |May 23, 2023 - 2:30PM
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The Search
From Boerum Hill to Prospect Lefferts Gardens: After years of renting, we wanted to buy a condo with amenities
By Kelly Kreth   |March 3, 2023 - 9:30AM
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Co-ops
Need a mortgage to buy a NYC co-op? Your rate is not the only thing to consider
By Mimi O'Connor   |February 17, 2023 - 2:30PM
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Sell
When is the best time of year to buy or sell a NYC apartment?
By Jennifer White Karp   |February 14, 2023 - 3:30PM
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Co-ops
10 steps to creating a stellar co-op or condo board application
By Emily Myers   |February 13, 2023 - 3:30PM
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Buy Affordable Housing
Homeownership rates fall for Black New Yorkers, pushed out by rising prices
By Jennifer White Karp   |February 6, 2023 - 4:30PM