Buying a Condo in NYC
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
Living close to these Top NYC public elementary schools
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
NYS Fair Housing and Anti-Discrimination Disclosure Form
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
Under Contract in Real Estate: What Does it mean?
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
Does New York City have a Multiple Listing Service (MLS)
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
Condo Vs Coop in NYC: What to buy? (2020)
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
What do Real Estate Agents Make in NYC in 2023?
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
File a complaint vs your real estate agent in New York
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
Raise Your Property Value: easy fixes to increase profits
Like any homeowner, you always look for ways to raise your Property Value in NYC. When you purchase your home, it can decrease in value or increase depending on market conditions. What you do to your home will ultimately affect… Read More
Tips for Keeping Your House Cool During Summer
Summertime is already here. While it brings us many exciting opportunities for adventure, it does bring in one discomfort- the extreme summer heat. We’re not looking forward to facing that when we’re just sulking around the house either. Now, your… Read More
What Is a Proprietary Lease for a co-op Apartment?
Quick answer: A proprietary lease is the contract between a co-op shareholder and the cooperative corporation that governs their right to occupy a specific apartment. It’s the reason co-op buyers are technically shareholders, not property owners — you’re buying shares… Read More
Garden Planting: What Are The Benefits? (2023)
There are many benefits to garden planting in NYC. A garden right in front of our home, with beautiful flowers blooming, is a sight we all want to enjoy. This is why we check for enough space to plant a… Read More
A Real Estate Broker did NOT reflect a $5mm offer (2019)
The story below is factual and accurate: A Broker did not reflect a $5 million real estate offer. I created Nestapple 2 years ago, and I have repeatedly heard, “I don’t like dealing with brokers,” “I’ve had a bad experience… Read More
Capital contribution fee in NYC real estate? (2018)
I decided to write a quick blog post on this concept after we encountered a new term emerging from the Construction Industry’s jargon. Several home buyers using NestApple asked us what a capital contribution fee in NYC is. Sometimes, people… Read More
Do-it-Yourself Real Estate Due Diligence in NYC (2018)
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
