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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Buying a Co-op in New York City
It’s no secret that buying a Co-op in New York City can be a long and daunting process. New York is a city comprised almost entirely of cooperatives and condominiums,…
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Things You Need To Know Before Buying An Apartment
The key to buying the right property is knowing where to look and what features to consider. Gea Elika, the Principal broker of Elika Real Estate, shares his expert insight…
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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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What is a Special Assessment?
It is a pleasant surprise when you reach into your pocket or purse and find a couple of $20 bills you forgot you had? Those are the type of surprises…
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Home Inspection: What to Expect and Negotiate
Many people overlook the importance of ordering a home inspection. It is an underrated but crucial part of the home-buying process. You may feel you can use a relative or…
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How to Choose a Buyer that your Co-op Board will Approve
The process for selling residential real estate in NYC doesn’t differ much from one building type to another. Except if the property is in a co-op building. After the contract…
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Comparative Market Analysis
A comparative market analysis assists, home buyers with critical information to help determine the fair market value of a property of interest. Home buyers make money not only well they…
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