BUY3 MIN
What is a Pied-à-Terre in NYC?
An accurate description of Pied-à-Terre is a French term that translates into “foot on the ground.” It is not your main home but where…
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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
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Published perspectives.
A deliberately edited collection of market notes, transaction guidance, neighborhood context and ELIKA perspectives—not a daily content feed.
SELL3 MIN
Negotiating Real Estate Agent Commissions
Negotiating real estate commissions when selling a home is always worth trying. Traditionally, the seller’s agent charges a 5 – 6% commission, which they…
BUY12 MIN
Homeowner’s Insurance for Apartments in NYC
You probably spent a lot of time looking and saving for that New York City apartment. But before you can start choosing paint schemes…
BUY3 MIN
Central Park Condos and Co-ops Cost More
New York City is a pricey market, with a median condo sales price of $916,000 but $1.6 million in Manhattan. The borough’s median co-op…
RENT3 MIN
Signing a Rental Lease Agreement in NYC
New York City’s apartment rental market is notoriously tricky to navigate. With sky-high rents, finding an acceptable, affordable apartment is a challenge. When you…
BUY4 MIN
The Real Costs of Owning a Condo or Co-op
Emotionally, you feel ready for homeownership. Financially, your credit score and savings suggest you can manage it. However, there’s more to consider than just…
BUY3 MIN
Move-Up Home Buyers in NYC: Action Plan to Help
There are many reasons to sell your current apartment. Perhaps you only planned on staying for a certain period and are ready for a…
TAXES5 MIN
How to Appeal Your Property Taxes in NYC
If you are a New Yorker contemplating appealing your property taxes, you should read on. New York City currently collects about $24 billion in…
BUY3 MIN
FHA Mortgage Loan Limit and Requirements
An FHA loan is a mortgage backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), ensuring the loan. The FHA is a division of Housing and…
MORTGAGE3 MIN
What is a Bridge Loan?
If ady own a home, you can sell it and use the proceeds to fund the down payment and closing costs. You can arrange…
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