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James P. Ryan…, Real Estate Pro in Washington, DC
James P. Ryan, Jr answered:
How do I find out when a house was built in New York City?
Nicely done, Mitchell, kind of a neat history lesson for 101-105 W Houston... Jim
0 votes Flag Thu Sep 22, 2011 How To... in New York
Jolie Muss-L…, Real Estate Pro in 10023
Jolie Muss-LREB & Brokerage- 212 721-3301 answered:
how can i find out if my deceased uncle's wife is having an estate sale?
Smith, As others have said it's always best to go to the source and ask your aunt. If you are talking about real estate if it is listed for sale in NYC that information is availa ... more
0 votes Flag Mon Sep 12, 2011 How To... in Upper East Side
Michele Hend…, Real Estate Pro in Carmel, CA
Michele Henderson answered:
I need help getting started Investing in Real Estate!
Yes, I would suggest getting your real estate license. Great way to network!
0 votes Flag Mon May 30, 2011 How To... in New York
Mack McCoy, Real Estate Pro in Seattle, WA
Mack McCoy answered:
I own a co-op(no mortgage) and want to put my girlfriend as a co-owner. They tell me we must be married first ?? How can I put her on the deed.Thanks.
Hammy, I know you didn't ask this, but I do hope you will consider a partnership agreement that will address the unthinkable, which is, whose family inherits what if bad things hap ... more
0 votes Flag Fri Apr 22, 2011 How To... in New York
Tony Lara, Real Estate Pro in New York, NY
Tony Lara answered:
I own a house and I was wondering how I can add my new wife to the deed? Thank you
That's a great question and if you don't please get life insurance also and estate planning. I suggest you contact Keith Schutzman Esq: keith@schutzmanlaw.net or 212-725-2575 ... more
0 votes Flag Tue Mar 1, 2011 How To... in 10036
Anu Dutta, Real Estate Pro in 11105
Anu Dutta answered:
I want to become a licensed salesperson in New York. How do I go about finding a broker sponsor? Any advice is much appreciated.?
Hi There It would be nice if you can join a big company and get as much as information and training. Try to work with any top producers and learn as much as possible (if he/she allows ... more
0 votes Flag Sun Feb 13, 2011 How To... in New York
Joseph C. Ha…, Real Estate Pro in Forest Hills, NY
Joseph C. Hastings answered:
I'm a new NYC agent. I responded to an open listing for a customer. I didn't know it was open. Would you advertise an open listing &?
Hi Lorei. I checked your profile and your listing which is Dutchess county! I'm unfamiliar with the brokerage you work for, Goldstar Properties. I don't see Goldstar on the RE ... more
0 votes Flag Wed Feb 2, 2011 How To... in New York
Terry Koraha…, Real Estate Pro in Queens, NY
Terry Korahais answered:
what forms do we need to add my name to the deed of our house in NY?
I would call your attorney for his advise and have him take care of the paperwork...he will make sure the new Deed gets filed and registered with City registrars office. Terry K 718-614 ... more
0 votes Flag Mon Sep 20, 2010 How To... in New York
Jenet Levy -…, Real Estate Pro in Greenwich Village, New...
Jenet Levy - (212) 381-4268 answered:
Can someone give me a clue on how to clean foreclosed property in New York?
Your best bet is to contact the banks, as foreclosed properties are already owned by the banks.
0 votes Flag Sat Jul 24, 2010 How To... in New York
Dianne, Real Estate Pro in New York, NY
Dianne answered:
How do I remove my name from the co-op, leaving my sister as the sole owner? Thanks
Sorry, but the answer above is incorrect. In a co op you don't have a deed but rather shares in a corporation. Removing the name from the shares is done through the attorney for ... more
1 vote Flag Wed Sep 30, 2009 How To... in New York
Lindsey Holm…, Real Estate Pro in Newark Airport and P...
Lindsey Holmes answered:
How to find a good Management Company for a 20-unit condo building in Manhattan?
Hi Vasya! If you are still looking and/or considering management for your building I would like for you to consider my firm. We are licensed managers with a portfolio of property from h ... more
0 votes Flag Fri Jun 12, 2009 How To... in 10021
Mblevine, Real Estate Pro in New York, NY
Mblevine answered:
How do managing agents set fees for a small co-op building, 10-12 apartments, in Manhattan?
You can set a minimum price in your head for a co-op that is under 30 units, for example. My firm has a min. of $10,000 for any project, whether or not is is three or 30 units. After ... more
0 votes Flag Thu May 21, 2009 How To... in New York
Richard V Ha…, Real Estate Pro in 10011
Richard V Hamilton answered:
I'm a first time buyer in NYC. I know most coops require at least 20% down but I only have 10%. I have a
First, sponsor units in Coops don't have the requirements. All they care is you show up with the money, I sell quite a number of them. Also there are a few Coops that allow 10% down, ... more
0 votes Flag Sat Apr 25, 2009 How To... in New York
Jolie Muss-L…, Real Estate Pro in 10023
Jolie Muss-LREB & Brokerage- 212 721-3301 answered:
I have an eviction on my record that is 7 years old. No one will rent to me. How do I find an apartment?
K, You may be able to get some help from a service called insurent, in addition I'm not sure but I believe that negative information on your credit report is supposed to be removed af ... more
0 votes Flag Tue Apr 14, 2009 How To... in New York
Adina Greenb…, Real Estate Pro in New York, NY
Adina Greenberg answered:
Property Records: How can I obtain a list of the owners of units in a co-op in New York City?
You can find them on the online city register, Acris ( http://www.nyc.gov/html/dof/html/jump/acris.shtml ) Or, through propertyshark.com. You will need to have the lot and block number ... more
1 vote Flag Thu Nov 20, 2008 How To... in New York
TED SHOOP -…, Real Estate Pro in Buford, GA
TED SHOOP - Atlanta Suburban Real Estate answered:
i need a tell number
Hello Ely, Are you looking to obtain a telephone number? If so, you have several options. Depending upon your planned use of the telephone, here a just a few choices that you have: ... more
0 votes Flag Tue Nov 11, 2008 How To... in New York
Richard Braz…, Real Estate Pro in 10010
Richard Brazzano answered:
I am a EU citizen and i am looking to buy an appartment in NY. can sb explain me the taxes i have to pay or?
it all depends what type of buyer you are John? a-first time b- investor etc.
0 votes Flag Thu Nov 6, 2008 How To... in New York
Jenet Levy -…, Real Estate Pro in Greenwich Village, New...
Jenet Levy - (212) 381-4268 answered:
NYC Condo Owner Needs Help to Rent Apartment
Hi, Laura. My suggestion would be to list it for sale now, since you are not moving til Spring '09. You have a few months to have a terrific agent work diligently on getting it sold. ... more
0 votes Flag Sat Nov 1, 2008 How To... in 10280
Zack, Other/Just Looking in Westchester County, NY
Zack answered:
I was shown on apartment by a broker in manhattan with the 15% fee. I had told him that I wanted to take the
I understand and didn't mean to imply you were saying he did owe. I was just surprised that it seems to be less contract based and more situation based. Although without having money ... more
0 votes Flag Fri Oct 10, 2008 How To... in New York
Jolie Muss-L…, Real Estate Pro in 10023
Jolie Muss-LREB & Brokerage- 212 721-3301 answered:
NY State law of filing in probate
G Dolan, Your mother must hire a different estate attorney to represent her as using the estate's attorney is a conflict of interest. That attorney may have his own reasons for stallin ... more
0 votes Flag Sat Sep 27, 2008 How To... in New York
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