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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Hiring a Property Management Company
Hiring a property management company will be one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a real estate investor. A person you’ll be entrusting with your investments, so naturally,…
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Rent Reforms for Landlords and Tenants Coming in June 2019
Last years New York State elections proved to be a big win, not just for Democrats, but also for tenants. With the Democrats now in control of the Senate they…
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Depreciation Tax Law for Real Estate Investors
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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Recovery Tips for Bad Real Estate Investments
Investing in NYC real estate can bring huge rewards, but with that comes a degree of risk. As any long-time investor will tell you, eventually, you’ll end up with a…
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Books to Read for Real Estate Investment
If you’re looking to make your money work for you, then one of the most tried and tested ways is with real estate investing. But with property costing so much,…
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Dealing with a Difficult or Delinquent Tenant
Buying and renting out a property is a great way to invest and make money. But being a landlord comes with difficulties. Difficult or delinquent tenants are always a possibility.…
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Natural Disaster Insurance: What Does it Cover in NYC?
It is readily apparent that natural disasters are striking with greater frequency, and these events can leave devastating consequences in their wake. There are steps homeowners can take to protect…
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Investing in Foreclosures in NYC
At first, glance buying a foreclosure for investment can look like a great deal. You pick up a property for a rock-bottom price, fix it up and then sell it…
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Buying a Home “As-Is” Pros and Cons
While navigating the home buying process, there are numerous expressions and nuances that you’ll encounter. One of these that you’re sure to come across is the term “as-is.” This wording…
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