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.
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The average household’s leaks can account for nearly 10,000 gallons of water wasted yearly. In contrast, 10% of homes have leaks that waste 90 gallons or more each day, according to the EPA. Simple leaky faucets are a common plumbing… Read More
Seller financing means the property owner acts as the lender, collecting a down payment and monthly payments instead of a bank. It’s most useful when a property can’t get bank financing, or a buyer misses the roughly 43% debt-to-income benchmark.… Read More
A co-op in NYC is a building owned by a corporation. Buyers purchase shares allocated to a particular apartment and receive a proprietary lease granting the right to occupy it. You don’t receive a deed to the apartment. That structure… Read More
NYC sublet laws run on two tracks: NY Real Property Law §226-b gives most rental tenants a statutory right to sublet with landlord consent, while short-term sublets under 30 days now require registration with the NYC Office of Special Enforcement… Read More
Subleasing an apartment can be a bit intimidating. Many landlords in NYC create obstacles for subletting, but you usually have the right to do so. In this guide, we will examine the legal aspects of subletting and provide a step-by-step… Read More
The New Jersey mansion tax is a one-percent fee on selling properties over $1 million, per the NJ Division of Taxation. This tax is commonly called the NJ millionaire’s tax on real estate. Here’s what you need to know about… Read More
Buying a co-op in NYC means purchasing shares in a corporation and receiving a proprietary lease for an apartment. The process includes financial preparation, lender and building review, an offer, attorney due diligence, contract signing, a detailed board package, a… Read More
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
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
Once your offer on a NYC co-op is accepted, the real work starts, not ends. Hire a real estate attorney immediately, and start your own informal check before their formal due diligence begins. Your attorney reviews the board’s minutes, financials,… Read More
When it comes to picking a new place to move to, there are a lot of factors that come into play. One’s lifestyle, the local social scene, school systems, and more can all contribute to their final decision. New Yorkers… Read More
Pet rent and pet deposits are standard fees that landlords impose on tenants with pets. These charges help cover potential wear and tear, as well as the extra cleaning that pets may necessitate in a rental property. Here’s a detailed… Read More
Purchasing an investment property is an efficient way of receiving some passive income. However, investing in NYC remains attractive, given the high rental income that it entails. Investors and owners struggle with the costs of buying, owning, and operating real… Read More
As you know, efficient estimation is essential for success in construction. Many processes are interconnected in construction work, and poor estimation can lead to mismanagement, increased costs, reduced productivity, and even project failure. Construction Estimating Services help with these issues… Read More
Dubai Creek Harbour has excellent investment potential with many high-end properties. One-bedroom flats are becoming increasingly popular in the area due to their reasonable costs and easy accessibility. This article explores why one-bedroom flats for sale in Dubai Creek Harbour… Read More
