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.

NYC 421a Tax Abatements

The world of New York City real estate tax would make an average person’s head spin. Tax laws, in general, are going to be rough to handle. Therefore, the city’s taxes are one of the main reasons people avoid living… Read More

Questions To Ask Your Potential HOA in 2025

Whether it is a condo, a co-op, or an actual house property owner’s association, realizing how much your HOA will matter in your day-to-day life is essential. An HOA board is there to ensure property values don’t go down. In… Read More

What Are Co-Ops Allowed To Reject Applicants For?

Co-ops are notoriously picky with their clients and renters. Getting accepted into a co-op in New York City is a significant status symbol. Even celebrities have been turned away from membership in these exclusive elite circles. It’s almost a trope… Read More

Difference Between A Condo And An Apartment In NYC (2025)

An apartment is a general term for a separate residence within a larger building. Finding a place to live will always be a hassle; part of it is learning the difference between your options. In the magical city of New… Read More

5 Ways Faxing Online Can Benefit Realtors

With the rise in digitization, innovators are developing many technologies to assist businesses in operations. One such innovation includes online faxing. Many companies utilize free Fax online because of its impact on the real estate sector, specifically the realtor business.… Read More

Selling A Vacant Land: What Are Your Options?

You’ve chosen to sell your home but are unsure where to begin. You presumably want to grab the best deal possible, but how do you do so? Selling Vacant Land without a realtor might be more challenging than selling a… Read More

Battery Park, Manhattan

Sitting between West Street and the Hudson River at the southern tip of Manhattan, Battery Park remains a residential community only a short distance from the Financial District. Construction began in 1980, and any residents in the area today would… Read More

Turn An Inherited Home Into An Investment

What is the first reaction when an heir receives real estate? Sell my inherited home! Not so fast. When a death in the family occurs, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. You’re in the middle of grief. You often have to… Read More

Condo and Coop Board Meeting Minutes in NYC Explained

Being part of a condo or co-op means buying a home that is part of a community. However, how much of a neighborhood can vary from place to place. Certain things are a natural part of buying a unit, regardless of which… Read More

The UCC Financing Statement for a Coop in NYC

Are you considering buying a co-op in NYC? Make sure you’re ready to file a UCC-1 financing statement. In this article, we’ll explain what a co-op UCC Financing Statement is. We will describe what it looks like and why banks… Read More

12 Creative Ways to Renovate a NYC Rental

Renting an apartment in NYC has a lot of perks. Renting offers flexibility, cost savings, and a low-maintenance lifestyle compared to buying a home. However, there’s one significant drawback to renting vs. buying. It’s tough to personalize a rental. To… Read More