If you live in New York, you probably have heard the terms "rent-controlled" and "rent-stabilized" apartments. Each one has a purpose, but do you really know the difference? The difference is important and dictates the rate at which the landlord can rent the...
Month: November 2018
Title issues that can affect your legal right to a property
One of the most important insurance policies you can buy as a homeowner is title insurance. This insurance will protect you if issues arise involving the title to your home. Let's discuss some common title issues that might affect your legal right to a property.Some...
What should you do before you buy a house?
If you're making your first home purchase in New York, you want to make sure you do it right. You need to protect yourself and make sure you're not taken advantage of.What are some ways you can do that? It comes down to several important steps. For instance, viewing...
A spite fence can lead to trouble in the city
New York City is a big place where residents often find themselves living nose-to-nose with their neighbors. As such, it's possible to enter into disputes quite easily. One of the major problems is with fencing and property lines.Since property is extremely valuable...
2 reasons to work with an agent or attorney when buying a home
When you're buying a property, you want the real estate transaction to go smoothly. That's not always how things work, but it is possible if you plan well in advance.If you're buying a home that is new construction, you get the benefit of choosing different things...