Real Estate Closing: What to Expect
First time home buyers are anxious to start life in their new place. After all, navigating the concrete jungle is not easy, particularly when in a seller’s market. Certain things…
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Larry Rothman
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Larry Rothman has over two decades' of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked for institutional brokerages and research firms as an Analyst. In this capacity, he has analyzed the economy and a variety of financial instruments across a wide array of industries. He's also been a freelance writer explaining a variety of topics in personal finance, real estate, and investing. He is a CFA Charterholder and has an M.B.A. in Finance.
Doorman Duties in Doorman Buildings in NYC
Doormen might be a dime a dozen in New York City, but the good ones are rare. If you polled New Yorkers about how happy they are with theirs, I’d…
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Figuring Out Your Down Payment Before Buying a Home
It is tempting to place as small a down payment as possible. Perhaps you would like to not even put any money down. After all, you may not have adequate…
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The State of New York City’s Housing Market
Recent economic reports show the national housing market is slowing down. The Commerce Department reported that January’s new home sales fell 6.9% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of…
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Depreciation Tax Law for Real Estate Business Owners
Everyone knows the new tax law went into effect this year. Officially called the Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017, the law made sweeping changes to individual and…
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NYC Real Estate Taxes: Everything You Need to Know
New York City real estate taxes are some of the highest in the country. NYC also makes it complicated to understand. We discuss real estate taxes in depth to help…
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Real Estate vs. Stocks: An Investing Primer
Real estate and stock investing are two fairly common ways to grow your wealth over time. Both present opportunities and challenges, with unique sets of potential rewards and risks. Of…
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How Long Does a Seller Have to Accept an Offer?
You may expect a seller to return an answer to you within a reasonable period of time after you submit your offer. However, while this is not an irrational expectation,…
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Reasons to Not Buy a Home and When to Walk Away
While it is maddening, there are times when negotiations have reached a standstill, and the smart move is to walk away. In New York City, you can back out at…
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How Much Do Real Estate Agents Make?
It is easy to think that becoming a real estate agent is a road paved with gold. As with many professions, those with the right attributes, which include diligence, hard…
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