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.

Exterior Maintenance Tips for Homeowners

 Being a homeowner comes with a great deal of responsibility. You can’t simply move into your newly purchased house and never do any upkeep again. There are plenty of things, both on the interior and the exterior, that need regular… Read More

What is the NYC Parking Tax Exemption?

Let’s face it: living in Manhattan, New York, is expensive—everything you do costs more than anywhere else in the country. A parking garage is one of the worst extras you pay for in Manhattan, and it can seem egregious at… Read More

Capital Gains Tax on Co-op in NYC in 2025

When you sell a co-op in NYC, you are subject to federal and state capital gains tax. However, you may be able to exclude up to $500,000 of gains under the Section 121 home sale exclusion. This is provided you… Read More

5 Things To Consider Before Renting Your Condo

One of the most common issues that New York condo owners face is whether they should rent out their property. Whether using an Airbnb or renting out your entire condo for a yearly lease doesn’t matter; it will still be… Read More

Buying an Apartment in a Mixed Use Building

Buying an apartment—any apartment—in New York City can be daunting. Even if your apartment is in a complex with friendly neighbors, it can be rough. It gets even more intimidating when you want to buy an apartment in a mixed-use… Read More

Rent-to-Own in NYC in 2025

Read our guide if you’ve ever considered buying or selling a home using a rent-to-own agreement or programs in NYC. Rent-to-own homes and apartments remain relatively rare in NYC due to co-ops and banks’ strict financial requirements around debt-to-income ratios… Read More