The Nest

NestApple's Real Estate Blog

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.

Do-it-Yourself Real Estate Due Diligence in NYC

When buying property, it can feel like a lot is happening all at once. The attorneys finalize the deal, draft and negotiate the contract quickly. Then, the building’s board and management provide various “due diligence” materials. A wealth of publicly available information can… Read More

Mortgage Contingency Clause in NYC

Simply put, a mortgage contingency clause in NYC real estate ensures the following: Say a buyer wants to buy a home and applies for a loan from a bank. If that buyer fails to obtain a firm commitment for a… Read More

What is “post closing liquidity” in NYC Co-ops? (2018)

Several concepts are essential to understand when buying an apartment in New York. Calculating Coop post-closing liquidity for a mortgage in NYC is one of them. In summary, it means: after closing, how much money will you have available? It would help… Read More

The final home walkthrough checklist in NYC

You finally made it and can see the end in sight. You are hours away from getting the keys to your new place. The final home walkthrough in NYC is one of the last steps of the purchase process, and the… Read More

How to win a bidding war in New York City

NYC’s real estate market is one of the most competitive in the world for home buyers. For example, you think you have found your dream home on StreetEasy and go to the open house to learn that you are competing… Read More

Buying a New Development in NYC

New development apartments sometimes represent a challenge for buyers. Everything gets brand new, and they often include luxury amenities you can’t find in older buildings. It’s not hard to buy a home. However, buying into a new building development in… Read More