CO-OP7 MIN
Importance of Reviewing Board Minutes in a Condo or Co-op
Buying a condo or co-op in New York City requires careful due diligence. Understanding the contract of sale and scrutinizing board meeting minutes are…
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NEW YORK PROPERTY INTELLIGENCE
Perspectives by Larry Rothman.
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…
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.
BUY6 MIN
REBNY Financial Statement Sample & Instructions
When you’re getting ready to make an offer on an NYC home, you need to be sure that your financials are rock solid. The…
BUY6 MIN
How to Set Up an LLC to Buy Real Estate in NYC
The idea of purchasing an NYC home through a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is something most investors will be familiar with. Rather than owning…
BUY5 MIN
Should My Offer Include an Escalation Clause in NYC?
In a fast market where homes sell swiftly, an escalation clause in your purchase offer could give you an advantage over competing buyers. Typically,…
MORTGAGE8 MIN
Fixed Rate vs. Adjustable Rate Mortgage Loans
Whether you’re looking to buy a new home or remodel an existing one, you will need a loan. Homebuyers had only three mortgage loan…
BUY3 MIN
Real Estate Agent vs. Broker: Explained
People often confuse the terms of real estate broker and agent. While they perform similar functions in the home buying and selling process, they…
MORTGAGE3 MIN
Should You Pay for Mortgage Discount Points?
Mortgage points are upfront interest a buyer pays at closing. For example, if you choose to pay two points on an $800,000 mortgage, $16,000…
MARKET3 MIN
Analyzing 100 Years of Real Estate Price History in Manhattan
With the current state of real estate in New York and the potential growing bubble on Wall Street, more and more people are looking to…
SELL4 MIN
The Co-op Appraisal Process in New York City
Obtaining an appraisal is an essential step in buying a co-op. The lender requires one for purchases and refinancing. So naturally, the financial institution…
BUY6 MIN
Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a Buyer’s Agent
For most people, buying a home is among their most important purchases. Buying a home can be an intimidating experience, with many facts and…
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