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Transform Your Brooklyn Apartment with Temporary Pressurized Walls

Transform Your Brooklyn Apartment with Temporary Pressurized Walls

Mar 05, 2024 ,,,,,,,,,,,,

Are you looking to maximize space in your Brooklyn apartment without breaking the bank or violating regulations? Temporary pressurized walls might be the solution you’ve been seeking. These versatile partitions offer a convenient way to transform one room into two, providing privacy and functionality without the hassle of traditional construction. Before making any decisions, let’s […]

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Unveiling NYC Property Records: Your Guide to Informed Homeownership

Mar 05, 2024 ,,,,,,,,,,,,,

As potential homeowners, embarking on the journey of finding your dream home is an exciting yet meticulous process. While browsing through listings and attending open houses may offer glimpses into the aesthetics of a property, delving into its background through property records is akin to peering behind the curtains, revealing invaluable insights. Here’s your comprehensive […]

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Navigating New York Heating Laws in Your Brooklyn Apartment: A Guide for Renters

Jan 31, 2024 ,,,,,,,,,

Finding the perfect apartment in Brooklyn can be an exciting endeavor. Still, sometimes, unexpected challenges arise, such as issues with heating systems. If you’ve found yourself in a situation where your apartment lacks proper heating, rest assured that you’re not alone. There are steps you can take to address this concern promptly and effectively Understanding […]

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Coping with the Loss of a Pet in NYC: A Guide for NYC Residents

Jan 31, 2024 ,,,,,,,,,

Losing a beloved pet is an emotionally challenging experience, and navigating the practical aspects of handling the situation can be equally overwhelming. Being animal-lover ourselves, we wish we can say we haven’t been there, but unfortunately, it’s part of life. Here are some resources to help you navigate the necessary steps if you lose your […]

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The Selling Process: Mentally Preparing To Sell

Jan 30, 2024 ,,,,,,,

The typical seller in the United States lives in their home for 13 years before putting it up for sale—and New Yorkers are even more loyal, with most recent estimates clocking in near 15 years. No matter where you live though, the prospect is daunting. Most potential sellers spend more than six months just thinking […]

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How Much Does It Cost to Sell a Home in Brooklyn?

Jan 30, 2024 ,,,,,,,,

Selling a house is time consuming and expensive — often much more than sellers might expect. When you’re thinking about selling, it’s easy to get excited looking at your Zestimate and seeing how much your home value has increased over the years, but it’s important to be prepared for the hidden, and sometimes overlooked, costs […]

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Buying & Selling at the Same Time: What to Expect

Dec 13, 2023 ,,,,,,,,,

Buying a new home at the same time as you’re selling your old home is all about timing — and some luck, of course. And while you can’t control everything that happens during the complicated buying and selling process, there are some things you can do to set yourself up for smooth closings — maybe […]

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Condo vs Co-op: Downpayment and Asset Requirements

Nov 21, 2023 ,,,,,

Most co-ops require buyers to put down 20-25% of the purchase price, about the same as what most lenders require these days. But the range can be vast, depending on the co-op—anywhere from 10% down (rare) to 50% or more at higher-end buildings. Co-ops also expect you to have sufficient money left over (also known […]

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How to Spot a Friendly Co-op or Condo Board

Nov 13, 2023 ,,,,,,,,

When you buy a co-op or condo in New York City, it’s easy to focus more on the apartment (its price, size, and location) than the building–let alone the personality and temperament of the co-op or condo board that runs it. But make no mistake: Beyond deciding whether you may become an owner in the […]

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Realty Collective Response to NAR Judgement

Nov 10, 2023 ,,,,,,

At Realty Collective, it has always been our practice to monitor developments that may affect our clients and the way we serve them. The recent verdict in the federal court case against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) in Missouri is a significant event that has captured our attention. We understand that the court has […]

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