When to buy versus rent, what makes a real New Yorker, and more

… The ageold question when does it make sense to buy versus rent Thrillist What makes you a real New Yorker … apartments be damned NYC is still one of the countrys most petfriendly cities for renters Abodo Classic cleaning … and like us on  Facebook … Sales Market … first-time buyer … When to buy versus rent what makes a real New Yorker …

By Virginia K. Smith |February 9, 2016 - 10:59AM
Getting past the down payment problem—probably your biggest hurdle to buying an apartment

… setting down roots and becoming an owner Ive done the math buying an apartment wouldnt necessarily mean higher monthly … $200000 in down payment ouch Now keep in mind that to buy in a coop you usually need to have two years worth of … 90 programs according to the groups president Rob Chrane Most will only lend a maximum of $15000 there are usually …

By Lucy Cohen Blatter |August 19, 2015 - 8:59AM
A first-time buyer's tips for house-hunting without a broker

… For many buyers enlisting the help of a broker who can find … have to pay my agents fee Finally Im not in a huge hurry to buy I dont want to deal with any pressure from an agent … place as dense as New York City walking probably makes the most sense I found a treelined street about six blocks long …

By Jordan Manley |March 20, 2015 - 1:59PM