Negotiations + Closings What is a post-closing possession agreement and what are the risks for buyers and sellers?
By Emily Myers   |   August 3, 2021 - 1:30PM
Negotiating + Financing What is 'clearance to close' and how does it impact a purchase?
By Emily Myers   |   July 27, 2021 - 9:30AM
Negotiating + Financing What are mortgage points and how do they lower your interest rate?
By Jennifer White Karp   |   July 15, 2021 - 4:00PM
Sell What’s a best and final offer? Here's advice for buyers and sellers
By Emily Myers   |   July 13, 2021 - 2:00PM
Negotiations + Closings The Brick Underground Podcast: A guide to negotiating
By Brick Underground   |   June 29, 2021 - 9:30AM
Negotiating + Financing How much is a standard deposit when you're buying an apartment in NYC?
By Emily Myers   |   June 28, 2021 - 1:30PM
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6 ways to compete with an all-cash offer
By Jennifer White Karp   |   September 29, 2021 - 9:30AM
If you’re a buyer who needs financing, there are a number of strategies you can use to compete with an all-cash buyer—such as financing less, bidding more than the asking price, or simply being easy to work with. [ Read More... ]
 
Negotiating + Financing What are the risks of buying in NYC without a broker?
By Alanna Schubach   |   June 28, 2021 - 12:30PM
Negotiations + Closings 9 negotiating mistakes you'll want to avoid as a buyer
By Emily Myers   |   June 16, 2021 - 9:30AM
Negotiating + Financing Extra costs sting NYC buyers waiting to close
By Jennifer White Karp   |   June 15, 2021 - 9:30AM
Getting Ready Pulling off a bidding war: A seller's 8-step guide
By Emily Myers   |   June 9, 2021 - 4:00PM
Negotiating + Financing Buying without a broker to gain an edge and risks of working with a dual agent
By Jennifer White Karp   |   June 3, 2021 - 1:30PM
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What are the pros and cons of a HELOC vs. refinancing?
By Emily Myers   |   April 15, 2021 - 12:30PM
There are several ways to take advantage of the equity in your NYC apartment or house to borrow or generate funds. Your options will depend on the type of property you own, how much you want to borrow as well as your reasons for borrowing.  [ Read More... ]
 
Negotiating + Financing What is a cash-out refinance? Are these done in NYC?
By Emily Myers   |   May 6, 2021 - 12:30PM
Negotiating + Financing Is my money safe in an escrow account?
By Alanna Schubach   |   April 26, 2021 - 1:30PM
Negotiating + Financing What is an escalation clause and what are the risks?
By Donna M. Airoldi   |   April 26, 2021 - 12:30PM
Negotiating + Financing Buying for the first time in NYC? Be sure to prep your finances first
By Alanna Schubach   |   April 20, 2021 - 2:30PM
Negotiating + Financing What is a CEMA loan, and when does it make sense to get one?
By Alanna Schubach   |   April 20, 2021 - 12:30PM
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Using a gift from your parents to buy in NYC? Here's what you should know
By Jennifer White Karp   |   April 13, 2021 - 9:30AM
First-time New York City buyers are pouring into the market these days—and many of them plan on using a gift from Mom and Dad in order to buy. If you’re one of those lucky buyers, there are a few things to be aware of when purchasing with a gift. [ Read More... ]
 
Negotiating + Financing Mortgages that don’t break Islamic laws on paying interest
By Emily Myers   |   September 21, 2020 - 9:30AM
Negotiating + Financing What the Fed’s interest rate move means for NYC buyers
By Emily Myers   |   September 17, 2020 - 4:00PM
Negotiating + Financing Buying in a building where you already own? You can't skimp on the board package
By Emily Myers   |   July 30, 2020 - 9:30AM
Getting Ready How to work around a moving ban if you're buying or selling in NYC
By Emily Myers   |   May 18, 2020 - 1:00PM
Negotiating + Financing Tips for getting a mortgage now that banks are tightening lending restrictions
By Emily Myers   |   April 20, 2020 - 9:30AM