Could Identity Theft Keep You from Buying a Home?
Picture the scene. You’ve just found the perfect home and are ready to make an offer. You apply for a mortgage only to have it be denied, not because of…
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Gea Elika
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Principal Broker of Elika Real Estate and Director of The National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents, Since 2013. Gea has been quoted in reputable industry sources New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Mansion Global and The Real Deal to name a few.
Making a Counteroffer After the Home Inspection in NYC
In most states, home inspections are performed after the contract of sale has been signed, typically 10-15 days after the signing. By contrast, in NYC, home inspections are done before…
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Buying a Co-op in New York City
Before you can start looking at buying a co-op, there are a few things you need to sort out. The first thing is your savings and finances. Unless you’ve got…
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Best Air Purifiers for Clean Air in Your NYC Apartment
Air purifiers. They’ve been around for years, but recent events have led to a massive upsurge in their popularity. Even Governor Andrew Cuomo has now made it a rule that…
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Finding a Summer Home in The Hamptons
The summer rental season in the Hamptons has always been a busy time. But this summer, the market has gone positively gangbusters. When New York City and the surrounding region…
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Winning a Bidding War in New York City
New Yorkers understand the grueling process of finding a great co-op, condo, or townhouse, given the shortage of genuinely great homes/inventory. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon to find yourself in…
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International Buyers Guide to NYC Apartments
New York real estate, especially in Manhattan, has always been a highly coveted asset. Every year, the city attracts more international buyers, all looking to get their slice of the…
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