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Kaycee, Other/Just Looking in Utica, NY
Kaycee answered:
How do I report unethical behavior by a real estate agent?
We had a similar situation in Syracuse where everything was signed and accepted, on the 3rd day they decided to cancel offer due to someone else coming in with a higher offer and they ... more
0 votes Flag Yesterday at 4:41pm Home Buying in New York
Joseph C. Ha…, Real Estate Pro in Forest Hills, NY
Joseph C. Hastings answered:
where to start?
Hello C. Well, you now know where to start. Get with a mortgage consultant. You say you have limited financial options but, what else is limited? In any discussion about purchasing prop ... more
0 votes Flag Yesterday at 4:38pm Home Buying in New York
Dom Pascual, Real Estate Pro in New York County, NY
Dom Pascual answered:
Condo in Manhattan or Multi Family in Brooklyn?
Truett is right. Decide what you want before talking to a broker.
0 votes Flag Yesterday at 8:40am Home Buying in New York
KVNY Real Es…, Real Estate Pro in 10012
KVNY Real Estate Expert answered:
Can a non-US resident buy an apartment in New York?
Dear Alex, If you need a good management company then let us know. We manage over 800 in Manhattan and rent them out short term furnished for a nice ROI. Check out our short term f ... more
0 votes Flag Wed May 23, 2012 Home Buying in 10012
Anna Brocco, Real Estate Pro in Nassau County, NY
Anna Brocco answered:
I don't remember the last time my co-op had an actual election for board members. Isn't this illegal?
Review your co-op documentation, any rules should be spelled out in the documents; for any necessary legal advice consult with an attorney who specializes in real estate.
1 vote Flag Wed May 23, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Chad Barris, Real Estate Pro in New Jersey
Chad Barris answered:
im a fist time buyer my credit score is 600 and i only have 5% down payment what my chances of buying a home in staten island ny
Hi Camille, please feel free to email me at cbarris1@optonline.net thank you.
0 votes Flag Wed May 23, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Mitchell Hall, Real Estate Pro in New York, NY
Mitchell Hall answered:
how do you determine price per square feet when calculating asking price for a condo?
All square footage is not equal there are many variables to consider when pricing a Manhattan apartment. However, if you want to calculate the price per square foot based on an asking p ... more
1 vote Flag Wed May 23, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Dom Pascual, Real Estate Pro in New York County, NY
Dom Pascual answered:
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Here is a wealth of information on the Brooklyn Rental Market. Call me to discuss. http://www.mns.com/brooklyn_rental_market_report -- Thank you! DOM PASCUAL, J.D., ESQ. A ... more
0 votes Flag Tue May 22, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Dom Pascual, Real Estate Pro in New York County, NY
Dom Pascual answered:
If I'm purchasing a Coop does the amount of shares that I own give me more voting power?
Get use out of your closing attorney. Ask them questions. Make a list and ask away. Make them work for that $900 - $1250. -- Thank you! DOM PASCUAL, J.D., ESQ. ASSOCIATE REA ... more
1 vote Flag Tue May 22, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Gabby Addison, Real Estate Pro in Southbury, CT
Gabby Addison answered:
I am interested in purchasing a Coop property for my daughter in Manhattan...
Many Boards also are also not keen on investors and have rules as to how long you can rent the unit. For instance, our former Board was you can rent it for two years once you have live ... more
0 votes Flag Tue May 22, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Dom Pascual, Real Estate Pro in New York County, NY
Dom Pascual answered:
Found termites during home inspection. What do we do now?
Destroy them. Make sure the home inspectors does a good job not some half0assed one. That is why he is getting paid. Identify all areas where the terminates are found. Then get is treat ... more
0 votes Flag Tue May 22, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Dom Pascual, Real Estate Pro in New York County, NY
Dom Pascual answered:
Looking for a NYC apt in the range of $1.2 - $1.7
Coops tend not to be as good as condos. Coop come with restrictions but lower prices. Condos generally tend to be without as many restrictions but there are always exceptions to the rul ... more
0 votes Flag Tue May 22, 2012 Home Buying in Tribeca
Joe, Other/Just Looking in 33483
Joe answered:
Property Taxes and Monthly Condo Fees UES?
Thanks, Jenet, for best answer, especially the details about the common charges, I appreciate it. Again, I am in the early research stages, but I will keep you in mind if and when I ... more
0 votes Flag Tue May 22, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Jennifer Fiv…, Real Estate Pro in Red Hook, NY
Jennifer Fivelsdal answered:
how do i know if a house can be expanded, do i need to hire an architect or can i check myself with the city?
I think it would be money well spent talking to and hiring an architect. It would also be advisable to speak with the city or town regarding codes.
0 votes Flag Mon May 21, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Patricia, Real Estate Pro in New York
Patricia answered:
Why Battery Park City condos have lower prices?
The land under the building does not belong to them so all the owners have to pay rent for the land which makes the maintenance charges higher then average. -- Patricia Saada ... more
0 votes Flag Mon May 21, 2012 Home Buying in Battery Park City
Ella Chavers, Real Estate Pro in New York, NY
Ella Chavers answered:
how do i know if a house can be expanded, do i need to hire an architect or can i check myself with the city?
Your real estate agent can check this out, or you should get an architect.
0 votes Flag Mon May 21, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Ella Chavers, Real Estate Pro in New York, NY
Ella Chavers answered:
IF A LAWYER REPRESENTS YOU IN YOUR HOME PURCHASE,CAN THEYREPRESENT THE BUYER WHEN YOU SELL THAT PROPERTY?
The lawyer will advise you if he/she can handle both. I beleive they cannot handle both.
0 votes Flag Mon May 21, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Mike Bianco, Real Estate Pro in New York, NY
Mike Bianco answered:
The price rang for a building in the Soho area, and are there any buildings for sale.
There are very few buildings for sale, the price depends on the building conditions. It can be very speculative to acquire a building and perform a very precise operation and put in bac ... more
0 votes Flag Fri May 18, 2012 Home Buying in SoHo
vwong70, Other/Just Looking in Brooklyn, NY
vwong70 answered:
Will appraisal appeal be successful?
Hi Tapesandtapes, I am a reporter for Businessweek in NYC and am interested to hear your story. Please feel free to contact me today at 212-617-8467 or vwong70@bloomberg.net. Sincerely, ... more
0 votes Flag Thu May 17, 2012 Home Buying in New York
Anna Brocco, Real Estate Pro in Nassau County, NY
Anna Brocco answered:
I have to wait for five apartments including mine to convert to HDFC co-op in order to close. How long do these conversions take?
Your attorney can better answer the question, therefore consider a consultation.
0 votes Flag Wed May 16, 2012 Home Buying in 10026
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