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The Future of Real Estate Commissions – What You Need to Know

The Future of Real Estate Commissions – What You Need to Know

Apr 10, 2024 ,,,,,,,,,

The real estate landscape is on the cusp of a significant transformation, particularly in how real estate commissions are structured. Recent developments have sparked conversations, and perhaps even excitement, among home sellers and buyers alike. Headlines touting slashed real estate commissions and the promise of cheaper home-selling costs have flooded our news feeds. But amidst […]

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Unveiling Your Next New York Apartment: A Comprehensive Guide for Renters

Mar 20, 2024 ,,,,,,,,,

Are you looking for your dream apartment in the vibrant borough of Brooklyn? With the bustling real estate market and diverse neighborhoods, finding the perfect space can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But fear not—just like a seasoned reporter delves into a story, you, too, can investigate your potential new home […]

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A Brooklynite’s Handbook to Jury Duty in NYC

Mar 20, 2024 ,,,,,,

Welcome, fellow Brooklynites! If you’ve found yourself summoned for jury duty in the bustling city of New York, fret not. We understand it can seem daunting, but fear not—we’re here to guide you through the process seamlessly. Understanding the Basics Jury duty is not just a civic duty; it’s a cornerstone of our justice system. […]

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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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Your Base Guide to Rental Flood Disclosure Addendums

Sep 05, 2023 ,,,,,,,,,

Suppose you’ve recently signed a lease in New York City. You may have noticed a new document or addendum regarding rental flood disclosure in that case. Thanks to a law signed by Governor Kathy Hochul last year, landlords must now provide this information to renters for all leases and renewals signed after June 21st. This […]

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How to Read and Understand a Real Estate Deal Sheet

Mar 22, 2023 ,,,,,,,,,

Finding the right apartment or home, especially in Brooklyn, a top location in the NYC real estate market, is an exciting next step in your real estate journey. Once you have made an offer, the seller’s attorney or listing agent will give you a deal sheet or transaction sheet.  A deal sheet is a document […]

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Post-Closing Possession: Everything You Need to Know

Sep 01, 2022 ,,,,,,,

So, the seller wants to stay in their home after closing. It happens. Sellers want to take advantage of the market, the season, etc., and list their house before they’re actually able to move out. And with that comes a post-closing possession agreement.  The post-closing possession agreement has gone out of style in recent years […]

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UPCOMING EVENTS : Red Hook, Brooklyn

May 19, 2022 ,,,,,,,,,,,

Summer is just about here, especially in water-side Red Hook – which means there are plenty of events popping up all over town! Below are a few upcoming event in the next couple of weeks: Thursday, May 19, 2022 Red Hook Labs- Time Entry TicketsDate and Time – Friday April 15, 2022 at 1:00pm to July […]

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Feeling Trendy? Here are the Top Renovations in Brooklyn for 2022

Jan 03, 2022 ,,,,,,,,

New year, new home styles — are we right? If you want to prepare your home for a top-dollar sale, jump on board with the smooth style our neighbors are taking on — smart specs, decade-replicating details, functional fashion, and more. We’re excited about what this year will bring, and we think you will be, […]

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Don’t Get Catfished This Valentine’s- 6 Cat-Traps That Snare First-Time Buyers

Feb 14, 2020 ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Don’t Get Cat Fished! Common Mistakes Buyers Should Not Make Having an advocate by your side is an invaluable resource in your Brooklyn real estate search, since it can be easy to miss something when you don’t have a seasoned professional by your side. Even in the Google era, online savvy can’t replace agent experience […]

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