Steve Quintana, J.D. answered:
I got a notice to appear on court on Monday the 21st and I got it under my door Wednesday night the 16th. Am I obligated to go?
A lot depends on the kind of notice and the particular court. Some papers must be in hand served. Is it a notice to appear with documents or physical objects? Was it signed by the co
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Ronnie Shumake answered:
I am a medical student looking to buy a 1 bedroom condo in BK or harlem.. how do I go about it?
Hi Tharealqueenroc,
I have lived in both areas, am comfortable when I walk through the streets like they are my home because THEY ALL are my neighborhood! You didn't indicate a budg
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Sipe3202 answered:
Looking for an Estate Lawyer, preferably in Queens -- Any recommendations?
Thanks all
@Gail -- Thanks for your recommendation. The specification for Queens has everything to do with locale. Since transaction will involve several members of the family and si
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Sheina Levin answered:
If I own a co-op. Can I be a guarantor for my unemployed daughter?
You can be a guarantor as long as you are accepted by the landlord for your daughter. What you own has nothing to do with being a guarantor. You will need excellent credit and enough in
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Steve Burrell answered:
Looking for an artsy, walkable NYC suburb with good schools. Any recommendations?
Check out Montclair, NJ. It is one of the best suburbs within 30 mins of NYC. You will find the arts, restaurants and everything else you are looking for.
Joyce Slous answered:
Any suggestions for affordable (under 300k) towns in either NJ/NY near LIRR/NJ rail lines (to WTC) with safe neighborhood, good school districts?
In New Jersey, there is a great train service called the Midtown Direct Line. Depending on the community you choose to live in that this train services, you can be in Manhattan in 20 mi
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Marco Gomez answered:
Need some recommendations for general contractors who are budget-friendly and work in Queens.
I would recommend either one of these companies which have done a lot
of work for my clients in the past. Jerry Gucciardo from Atlantic
Shores 516-852-5552 or John from Ari Constructi
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Marilyn Mayers answered:
Which lenders provide financing for non-warrantable condominiums in the New York area?
I have a listing in a non-warranable condo and I have found a bank that will offer lending.
Contact Adam Sherman at Citibank and he will help you out. Adam can be reached at a.sherm
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Laura Thierer answered:
We're looking for an artsy, walkable NYC suburb with good schools and decent commute. Any thoughts?
Hi Justin,
A good suburb not very artsy, but wakable, with good commute to NYC and more is White Plains in the Westchester County. Tarrytown and Plaisantville are close from White Pl
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Michael Oliva answered:
We are interested in moving out of Manhattan. We are looking for a town with good schools, a reasonable commute, and reasonable rents.
I am a Licensed Broker in Westchester County which has many towns in your price range. There are three Metro North Train lines (Hudson, Harlem & New Haven) which have very convenient se
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Michael Oliva answered:
What's the average time frame to purchase a home from the moment you're pre-approved for a loan to the moment you close the deal?
I think the most important step would be to identify a home you would like to purchase. Once you sign a contract a closing should generally take place within 60 days although be prepare
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Nate Connor answered:
I am the owner of a Cleanco Maintenance solutions a Cleaning co servicing the tri state area. does anyone have any advice.?
Try offering agents a referral fee for sending clients to you. A lot of moving companies do this...
Janet M. Nation, CBR answered:
I'm looking to a buy a FHA-approved property in Queens.
I know the HDU website has a list of approved condos, but a lot of the listings have
Marco any building can be purchaed via FHA IF it's approved, and the managment is willing to spend the money to do so. The key is not to have Flippe believe that any building he choos
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Abu Musa answered:
Where is the best place to buy in the Hamptons?
Also you may visit www.homefacts.com . you may get some information from local police station.Good luck.
Abu Musa answered:
is 10 W 107th st New York a good neighborhood?
You may visit www.homefacts.com .Also you may talk to the local police station.
Anna Brocco answered:
What date should I pick to start my new lease on?
Your new lease should begin on June 1st; therefore you will need to notify your current landlord by May 1st, if you don't plan on renewing.
Joseph C. Hastings answered:
Can anyone tell me if West 107th st is a good neighborhood? I am new to NYC and have a rental opportunity there. Thank you
We, as lincensed real estate agents/brokers are not allowed to respond to the concept of a "good" or "bad" neighborhood. To do so could be considered discriminatory or steering. Both of
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Nina answered:
Certified checks in apartment hunt?
Thanks everyone, I was just confused becuase I have read in different places to have checks on you at time of application. It was my understanding deposits were due at lease signing, bu
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Lancelot Watson-taffe answered:
How can I buy or rent without a job?
Honestly, the best thing to do in your situation is to use a USA guarantor if you have one. If you do not have one, perhaps consider paying 6 months to a 1 year upfront. I've found hous
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