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.

Cons of Buying an HDFC Co-op

The disadvantages of purchasing an HDFC co-op include financing challenges, high flip taxes, restrictions on subletting, real estate governance issues in the building, and the risk of regulatory changes that might negatively impact the value of HDFCs. Let’s discuss Buying… Read More

What Is a Pied-à-Terre in NYC Real Estate?

A “Pied-à-Terre” is a French phrase that translates to “a foot on the ground.” We refer to a crash pad in the city, occasionally used by the owner. A Pied-à-Terre is a smaller apartment for weekend stays or a couple… Read More

2025 guide to Local Law 11 in NYC

New York City is chock-full of high-rise buildings lining the streets as far as the eye can see. If you’re a property owner in NYC or looking to buy property, you might have heard of Local Law 11 or the… Read More

Should I renovate in NYC to Help Sell a home?

Should you renovate your home in New York City before selling it? The answer isn’t clear-cut. What is the cost of renovating an apartment in NYC? On the one hand, renovating your co-op or condo in NYC will sell faster… Read More

2022 NestApple Guide to NYC Buyer Closing Costs

When you thought buying an apartment in NYC couldn’t get any more complicated or costly, you started to think about closing costs. The sheer number and size of a buyer’s closing fees in NYC can be overwhelming and, at worst,… Read More

Are Buyer Rebates Legal In Westchester real estate? (2025)

The Westchester (NY) real estate market is booming. The most expensive purchase of your life will be your home. And it’s usually true. In most cases, your home will cost hundreds of thousands of dollars for the house alone. As… Read More