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.

New Jersey Mansion Tax Guide

The New Jersey mansion tax is a one-percent fee on selling properties over $1 million. This tax is commonly called the NJ millionaire’s tax on real estate. Here’s what you need to know about the mansion tax, including who is… Read More

Ultimate guide of Buying a NYC Co-op

Many people, particularly those living outside New York City, only vaguely understand a co-op building. While they may know it involves some apartment type, the specifics are often unclear. NestApple offers everything you need to know before buying a co-op… Read More

Problems With Subletting a Co-op in NYC (2025)

Buyers searching for investment properties typically fall into two categories. The first group is looking for a condo to rent out with minimal hassle, and the second group seeks a co-op with a flexible sublet policy. The appeal of co-ops is understandable; they are… Read More

Land Leases – What NYC Buyers Should Know

Ground leases are relatively common in New York City commercial real estate leases. Some of New York’s most unique properties, like the Chrysler Building, carry one. While searching for an apartment, buyers sometimes find a listing too good to be… Read More

Virtual Reality in Real Estate: Revolutionizing the Home-Buying Experience

How Virtual Reality is Changing the Ways We Buy Homes Virtual reality has come a long way from a niche idea to a worldwide phenomenon, and home sales are no exception. It offers house-hunting fans a chance to tour properties… Read More

What did I get myself into? They accepted my offer!

What is an acceptable offer on a property? How do you accept an offer on a home? What happens after your offer is accepted on a home? They accepted my offer to work as a co-op in NYC. Relying on… Read More