Featuring real estate articles and information to help real estate buyers and sellers. The Nest features writings from Georges Benoliel and other real estate professionals. Georges is the Co-Founder of NestApple and has been working as an active real estate investor for over a decade.
Georges has been working in Wall Street for the last 16 years trading derivatives with hedge funds. He has been an active real estate investor for over a decade. Georges graduated from HEC Business School in Paris and holds a master in Finance from ESADE Barcelona.
Guest Blog Post by Matt Lee. Many home sellers get caught scrambling to make significant upgrades before listing their homes to boost the selling price. While major renovations, like flooring, roofing, and HVAC systems, are essential elements to have squared… Read More
New Yorkers often struggle to get the downpayment when buying a property in New York City. Getting a mortgage isn’t easy. Many options help people get to ownership of an NYC home. The two most significant concerns buyers face when getting… Read More
Many people dream of living in NYC. For some, it becomes a reality. Every year, there’s no shortage of supply. Despite the COVID-19 crisis, modern new constructions keep popping up on New York’s skyline. Therefore, the NestApple team has gathered… Read More
The REBNY COVID-19 Health Questionnaire Screening Form was a move from the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY) to help promote the safety of all participants during a showing. The New York City real estate market, remained limited to… Read More
In NYC, Sellers and landlords of homes built before 1978 must notify tenants and buyers of the risk of lead-based paint. Lead-based paint is hazardous to young children. It may produce permanent neurological damage, which ranges from learning disabilities to behavioral issues.… Read More
Buying a condo in NYC is a dream for millions of people. If you’re considering buying an apartment in NYC, condos are a great place to start. Is it worth buying a condo in NYC? They’re easy to purchase and… Read More
If you want to start and raise a family in New York City, the quality of education is probably at the forefront of your mind. So, what is the NYC public school system like? To begin with, New York City’s… Read More
On June 20th, 2020, the New Fair Housing and Anti-Discrimination Disclosure rules were enacted in New York. This regulation requires both brokers to show the NYS Fair Housing and Anti-Discrimination Disclosure Form to prospective purchasers, tenants, sellers, or landlords upon… Read More
When browsing listing statuses, you will often encounter “Under Contract” in Real Estate while searching for real estate online. What does this term mean in real estate vs. other active or pending homes? Can you make an offer on a… Read More
Quick answer: No — New York City doesn’t have a single unified MLS the way almost every other US market does, mostly because there’s never been one local board of realtors covering the whole city. Instead, Manhattan runs on REBNY’s… Read More
Real Estate 101: Before buying a home or renting one in New York, you must master these concepts. Condo vs. Co-op in NYC: What to Buy? If you’re purchasing a home in NYC, it’s essential to understand the pros and… Read More
Some Make a lot, But It’s Not Money Alone That Drives Them. So, what do real estate agents make in NYC? Every fan of the Bravo Channel’s hit cable T.V. series Million Dollar Listing New York knows it. Being a… Read More
Every co-op buyer in New York City will eventually encounter the flip tax question. Usually, when they’re already under contract and realizing they should have asked sooner. It’s one of the most misunderstood closing costs in NYC real estate: not… Read More
Buying your first real estate investment property is a significant commitment. You must know a few key things: what to look for, much you can charge for rent, and how much you can spend on expenses. With the proper tools… Read More
Filing a complaint against a broker is an aggressive move. Home buyers and sellers must use it as a last resort or if the agent threatens litigation. There are many ways you can file a complaint vs. your real estate… Read More
