How NYC buyers can take advantage of the summer sales slowdown

… who are unscathed by current economic conditions The slowdownwhich is already being felt in some segments of the … says that Manhattan apartments with four or more bedrooms which were popular during the height of the pandemic … who need financing should get creative says Kobi Lahav senior managing director at Living New York With interest …

By Jennifer White Karp |June 30, 2022 - 4:30PM
With both NYC rents and mortgage rates rising, does it make more sense to buy or rent in NYC now?

… … There are many expenses that should factor into your calculations including mortgage payments and carrying …  as well as your longterm life plans  our experts  say Rents have skyrocketed with the median rent in Manhattan … of appraisal firm  Miller Samuel Its expensive no matter what you doso how to calculate whether buying or renting …

By Alanna Schubach |June 21, 2022 - 12:30PM
Rattled by rising mortgage rates? Here are 3 ways NYC buyers can offset the cost of a pricier loan

… If youre trying to buy a place in New York City youre likely getting … which make getting a loan much more expensive this year compared to last and reduce what you can afford to buy … bad rap with rates that adjust every month are not the same loans being offered todaythese days there are more …

By Jennifer White Karp |May 17, 2022 - 4:00PM
The pros and cons of using a mortgage broker when buying in NYC

… Getting a New York City condo or coop is such an ordeal that shellshocked buyers in need of financing are often happy to use whoever … there is ongoing litigation and what the ratio is of owners vs investors If an underwriter doesnt understand something …

By Jennifer White Karp |February 8, 2022 - 12:30PM
What are mortgage points and how do they lower your interest rate?

… When you use financing to buy a house or apartment your monthly mortgage payments … for your transaction she says An important consideration in NYC for buyers is having enough to pay your closing costs … Negotiating + Financing … Bricktionary … closing … Co-ops … condos … credit score … jumbo loans … mortgage … townhouse … …

By Jennifer White Karp |July 15, 2021 - 4:00PM