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Brooklyn’s Most Affordable Living — Searching for Your Own Rent-Regulated Apartment

Apr 18, 2022 ,,,,,,,

Finding a rent-stabilized apartment in Brooklyn can feel like striking gold. The affordability —and the promise to stay that way for years to come— can literally change renters’ lives. But what is life like in these buildings and units, and how can you snag one of your own? We’ll dive into all of the details […]

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10 Tips for Buying Your First Rental Property 

Apr 18, 2022 ,,,,,,,

Are you considering buying a rental property? While it may seem like easy money, there’s a lot to consider before jumping in — including thorny questions around where you fit in the community, your financial goals, and even your personality! We’ll go over a few of the most important considerations below. #1: Decide If This […]

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8 Ways to Make Moving With Kids Easier + More Fun

Mar 25, 2022 ,,,,,,,,,

Children can feel powerless when you tell them you’re moving. “They usually don’t have any input in the decision,” says Lori Collins Burgan, social worker and author of Moving with Kids. “So involve them in as many other decisions as you can.” This helps them feel part of the experience and empowered.  You might not […]

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Rent is Getting More Expensive — The Reason Why + Tips to Find an Affordable Place

Mar 09, 2022 ,,,,,,,

The pandemic brought all sorts of challenges — physical, psychological, financial, and more. And its improvement is now bringing a difficulty of its own as New York renters see rates up to 70% higher than early 2020 amounts. The current Brooklyn median is $2747 per month — a number that many individuals and families simply […]

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Buying Your First Home in Brooklyn? Grants, Loans, and Programs for You

Mar 08, 2022 ,,,,

Buying your first home is an exciting time. It can also be challenging — mentally, physically, and especially financially. Luckily, there are a number of programs to help you out! Most notably, there are often grants to take advantage of that can help with a portion of your down payment, allowing you to purchase more […]

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How to Avoid High Tenant Turnover & Keep Good Tenants

Mar 08, 2022 ,,,,,

By far, the most challenging part of being a landlord is finding, securing, and keeping good tenants. Once they’re in, all you have to worry about is receiving payments and responding to potential home repairs. But where do you find these unicorn renters who treat your home better than they’d treat their own? Where are […]

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Rent Overdue? Here’s How to Give Notice

Mar 08, 2022 ,,,,,,

Even if the tenant’s in good standing, you still need to send a prompt and firmly worded notice in writing. Download this template to get started. In a perfect world, every tenant would pay their rent on time, every month. In reality, even the best tenants get caught up and forget what day it is, […]

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Renovating Your Brooklyn Apartment in a Shortage-Filled Society

Feb 25, 2022 ,,,,

The pandemic has brought challenge after challenge. Though it may not be one of the most devastating effects, the supply shortage sure has pulled plenty of renovation projects to a halt. Thankfully, this doesn’t have to be the same for you. There are ways around the shortage, and we’re going to share them with you […]

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Planning a Purchase in 2022? Make Sure You’re Keeping an Eye on Interest Rates

Feb 09, 2022 ,,,,,,,,

If you’re planning on buying a home in the near future, there’s one key area you’ll need to keep an eye on — interest rates. Below, we’ll dive into what these numbers have looked like over the past year, what they’re projected to look like going forward, and what this all means for your future […]

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Want Quality Tenants? Then Make Sure You’re a Quality Landlord. Here’s How.

Feb 09, 2022 ,,,,,,,,

Being a landlord is a specific type of responsibility that is not for the faint of heart. It takes commitment, diligence, and flexibility – because if you want good tenants, then you need to be a good landlord. Here are some tips to make sure you’re living up to your potential as a Brooklyn landlord. […]

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