BUY16 MIN
Purchasing Process for Condo or Co-op in NYC
Those who have never purchased a New York City apartment tend to underestimate how long it takes to buy a condo or co-op apartment.…
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NEW YORK PROPERTY INTELLIGENCE
Perspectives by Gea Elika.
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…
01 BUYER STRATEGY 02 OWNERSHIP & BUILDINGS 03 MARKET & CAPITAL 04 SELLING & LEASING
AUTHOR ARCHIVE
Published perspectives.
A deliberately edited collection of market notes, transaction guidance, neighborhood context and ELIKA perspectives—not a daily content feed.
ENTERTAINMENT5 MIN
10 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in New York City
There is so much to see and experience in The Big Apple; it can quickly become overwhelming when you first arrive. Where should you…
DECORATE3 MIN
Should I Renovate or Sell My NYC Apartment?
Purchasing an apartment in New York City doesn’t come cheap, and neither does renovation. If you’re fortunate enough to have bought the apartment in…
DECORATE3 MIN
6 Reasons to Hire an Expeditor for a DOB Permit in NYC
If you’re not familiar with the term, an expeditor is a middleman between you, your project team (architect, designer, general contractor), and the Department…
BUY3 MIN
Home Buying Tips for Newlyweds
When newlyweds get married, they both leave their small studios or upgrade from their existing apartment to a better, “homier” place to live. Newlyweds…
BUY9 MIN
Making an Offer to Buy Real Estate in New York City
Once you find a suitable NYC apartment or townhouse, you may feel the hard part is over. After all, your search may very well have…
BUY5 MIN
Is an Accepted Offer on a Home Legally Binding?
A prospective buyer should understand that having an offer accepted by the seller does not mean the property is now yours. It is a…
LIVING3 MIN
Finding a Child-Friendly Apartment in NYC
Searching for an apartment in NYC requires answering many questions, and when you add a kid or three to the mix, those questions begin…
SELL6 MIN
Selling Your Home in a Buyers Market in NYC
If you’ve been paying attention to the New York City real estate market, you’ll know that sales are down across the city. Not only…
DECORATE9 MIN
Home Improvement Ideas in New York City
Every homeowner loves a good home renovation. However, the motivation behind a home improvement varies from one person to another. For some, it is…
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