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3 Hot Topics in the Housing Market Right Now
If you’re a prospective buyer or seller, it’s important to understand the current real estate market conditions and how they affect you.
The Truths Young Homebuyers Need To Hear
For many young or first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home can feel intimidating. A recent survey shows some homebuyers ages 25 to 40 may be unsure about the homebuying process and what they can afford. It found:
What You Need To Know About Listing Agreements
When you decide to sell an apartment in New York City, it’s common practice to sign an exclusive listing agreement with a broker.
Selling Your House? Make Sure You Price It Right
When it comes to a swift and successful sale of your home, pricing is paramount. While it may be tempting to price your house on the high side, doing so could limit your house’s potential.
Save Time And Effort By Selling With An Agent
Selling a house is a time-consuming process – especially if you decide to do it on your own, known as a For Sale By Owner (FSBO).
Getting Your Home Ready To Sell: What You Need To Know
Unless you’re willing to dial down your price expectations, and you aren’t, you’ve got a little manual labor ahead of you.
What To Expect as Appraisal Gaps Grow
In today’s real estate market, low inventory and high demand are driving up home prices.
5 Things Homebuyers Need To Know When Making An Offer
When it comes to buying a house, you’re looking for the perfect place to call home. The problem is, in today’s market there just aren’t that many homes available to purchase. With inventory hovering near record lows and sky-high buyer demand, a multi-offer scenario is the new normal. Here are five things to keep in mind when you’re ready to make an offer.
Finding The Right Buyer For Your Home
So you think you’ve found a buyer. Here’s what to do next.
3 Things To Prioritize When Selling Your House
Today’s housing market is full of unprecedented opportunities. High buyer demand paired with record-low housing inventory is creating the ultimate sellers’ market, which means it’s a fantastic time to sell your house.
A Home's Value: 4 Elements That Make A Quality Home
As the son of an architect and someone who has renovated 3 homes myself, I believe I can provide quite a bit of guidance when it comes to renovating one’s home.
3 Reasons You Should Consider Buying A Co-op
NYC is one of if not the most unique real estate markets in the world when you consider the wide variety of housing stock available, rigorous financial screening processes required when purchasing, and the incredibly competitive nature of the industry at large.
4 Habits of A Great Real Estate Agent
Today I want to talk about the qualities that make a great real estate broker. Why do I want to talk about this subject? It sounds self-serving right? Wrong! Despite the fact that we’d love to be your agent whether buying or selling, the reality is, you could be seeking an agent in another market, or perhaps you’re considering becoming an agent yourself.
6 Foundational Benefits of Homeownership Today
Over the past year, our homes have become an integral part of our lives more than ever. They’re much more than the houses we live in. They’re our workplaces, virtual schools, and safe havens that provide shelter, stability, and protection through the evolving health crisis. Today, 65.8% of Americans are fortunate enough to call their homes their own.
4 Tips For Preparing To Buy A Home In NYC
When preparing to purchase an apartment here in NYC, there's quite a bit of work you'll need to do before taking the plunge. Here are 4 tips you should take to purchase your next home in the city.
Turn To An Expert For The Best Advice, Not Perfect Advice
As we approach the anniversary of the hardships we’ve faced through this pandemic and the subsequent recession, it’s normal to reflect on everything that’s changed and wonder what’s ahead for 2021.
The Different Property Types Of NYC
Choosing a property in New York City can be complicated. The city’s residential market includes distinct property types whose unique characteristics can affect your ultimate decision. Here are the four types of property that make up the NYC housing stock:
What’s The Difference Between An Appraisal And A Home Inspection?
If you’re planning to buy a home, an appraisal is an important step in the process. It’s a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the lender to confirm or verify the value of the home prior to lending a buyer money for the purchase.
Understanding Why & When To Sell Your Home
As I’ve previously stated, I believe 2021 will continue to remain a buyer's market. However, despite these conditions, I want to turn this around and now discuss why and when you should sell, even in a market that favors buyers. Here are the reasons you may want to consider:
Understanding Why & When To Buy A Home
As we all know, it’s currently a buyers' market here in NYC. Continuing on that theme, let's then talk about what buyers do in a buyer's market… THEY BUY! Here's why and when you should buy real estate: