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.

Broker Commission Rebates in Westchester County, NY

New practices are coming to the world of real estate throughout the United States. There are guarantor companies, special “free rent” months in luxury communities, and broker commission rebates are starting to take center stage. This is particularly true in… Read More

Is There an Asset Limit When Buying an HDFC Co-op? (2026)

Buyers of HDFC cooperatives are not subject to any asset limits. Also, there are no net worth restrictions for purchasers of HDFC apartments in New York City. However, prospective HDFC buyers must adhere to income restrictions at the time of… Read More

2022 NestApple Guide to NYC Buyer Closing Costs

Buying a home in New York City involves more than just the contract price. Buyer closing costs can add tens of thousands of dollars to the total cash required, especially for condo and townhouse purchases made with financing. Understanding these… Read More

Are Buyer Rebates Legal In Westchester real estate? (2025)

The Westchester (NY) real estate market is booming. The most expensive purchase of your life will be your home. And it’s usually true. In most cases, your home will cost hundreds of thousands of dollars for the house alone. As… Read More

Guide of Buying a Townhouse in NYC (2025)

When prospective homebuyers want to purchase property in New York City, it’s usually a co-op or condo apartment. However, some buyers also look at townhomes for sale, just as they would purchase a house in the suburbs. Buying a townhouse:… Read More

What Should a Home Inspection include in New York

So you’ve found your dream house or your forever home. The seller has accepted your offer, and you’re ready to move in at the end of the home-buying process. But before you get the keys to your new house and… Read More