Understanding How Co-Op Shares Work
So you just bought a beautiful apartment in a co-op, and you’re learning that under local law 11 all the balconies need to be replaced. But your unit doesn’t have…
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10 Questions to Ask at Your Annual Shareholders Meeting
Once a year, there’s a special meeting for every co-op building: the annual shareholder’s meeting. A quorum of the shareholders must gather to discuss the ongoings of the building. Residents…
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How Long Does It Actually Take To Sell Your Apartment?
You’ve decided to sell your home. Don’t start packing just yet — as it can take much longer than you might guess to sell your apartment. If it’s time for…
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How To Pass Your Co-Op Board Interview
Buying an apartment is an exciting time. You’ve found a beautiful co-op in your dream neighborhood of New York City. You may be thinking a mortgage broker approving your loan…
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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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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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