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.
Anti-competitive practices in NYC real estate include actions by agents that artificially inflate commission rates by discouraging competition among agents and brokerages. They also involve failing to fully disclose information to consumers. This can prevent them from securing the best… Read More
Home sellers typically accept earnest money in the form of personal checks, certified checks, ACH bank transfers, or wire transfers. Cash is generally not accepted because it’s difficult to track and record. Buyers have little incentive to use cash since… Read More
An emotional support animal (ESA) is a pet that offers comfort and companionship to individuals facing mental health challenges. Even if a landlord generally prohibits pets, the Fair Housing Act (FHA) requires them to permit ESAs, provided the owner has… Read More
A mortgage co-signer is someone who agrees to share responsibility for a mortgage loan with the primary borrower. This option can assist the main borrower in obtaining a mortgage or better loan conditions. Below is a detailed overview of what… Read More
Ending a lease can be stressful, especially when trying to get your security deposit returned. A security deposit is money the tenant pays at the start of the lease. It protects the landlord from damage. Here are some tips to… Read More
In real estate, a lease termination letter, also called a notice to vacate, is an important document. It tells your landlord you plan to end the lease and leave the property. This is usually necessary for rentals without a fixed… Read More