One of the most common questions that people have when considering refinancing their home is: will it be worth it? The answer to this question depends on whether you need to do so for financial reasons or simply looking for a lower interest rate. If your current mortgage has an interest rate that is significantly higher than what’s available… Read more →
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When to Work With an Expeditor in Real Estate
What is an expeditor? Real estate professionals often choose to hire an expeditor when they have a highly complex transaction or multiple properties involved. An expeditor helps the realtor negotiate and close deals more quickly by taking care of the logistics. Expeditors may also be hired for significant transactions with multiple parties who do not live in the same area… Read more →
5 of New York City’s Most Iconic Buildings
As one of the most famous cities in the world, New York City is also home to a long list of buildings with iconic status. In addition to being visually attractive, these buildings also carry storied histories and are beloved by both residents and visitors. Statue of Liberty This monument symbolizes freedom for people all over the world.… Read more →
Last-Minute Projects to Do Before Selling a Condo
If you’re getting ready to sell your condo, you’re going to need to invest some time, money, and a little elbow grease before putting it on the market. Everything you do to prepare your condo to go on the market will influence the final sale price. The following are a few important items to focus on before you try and… Read more →
Smarthome Security for New York City Apartments
If you’re a young adult, it can be pretty tempting to move to New York City. The city features a lot in terms of dining, entertainment, nightlife, and more. You do have to worry a bit more about safety. For safety, you’re not only going to have to think about yourself but your apartment. With an unprotected apartment, you… Read more →
The Uniqueness of Buying Real Estate in NYC
If you’ve bought real estate in any city around the world, you might feel prepared to purchase your first property in New York City. However, the complexity in terms of paperwork and pricing that you have to deal with is unparalleled. This can leave you easily stressed to the point where you just want to give up. Fortunately, you… Read more →
NYC Real Estate Law Updates from 2020
The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic brought substantial obstacles to New York City’s real estate industry. The times were challenging, but the industry would not break. In typical NYC fashion, every adversity was answered with innovative ideas and statutory shifts. Personal Liability Bill The lockdowns necessary to battle the COVID-19 pandemic put a crippling burden on the city’s commercial businesses, especially those… Read more →
Investing in New York Residential Real Estate After the Pandemic
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the real estate industry in New York was booming like never before. It did stop for a while since people were required to stay home, but more people are now taking the initiative to sell and find new real estate to live in. This has made real estate agents thrilled and terrified for the work they… Read more →
How the Tech Boom Will Impact NYC Real Estate
Silicon Valley is not a term that is often heard these days. The moniker derived from the Californian tech mecca that was Silicon Valley, and it referred to a specific region in Manhattan where a cluster of tech companies formed in the mid-1990s during the dot-com boom. The area itself is called the Flatiron neighborhood because it surrounds the uniquely-shaped Flatiron building, the point at which midtown and lower Manhattan connect. Read more →
Real Estate Investors Should Ask The Right Questions, Do Homework
Investors and purchasers within the commercial real estate industry do a lot of research. In fact, many hire expert advisers to explain how one might purchase retail, office, and industrial real estate, while ensuring the protection of personal assets. The first thing they learn is that commercial real estate property consists of more than shopping centers and office spaces; it’s… Read more →