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A NYC co-op board may legally reject a buyer due to a low sale price which is below market value, but there is an easy solution to avoid a board rejection.

Can a NYC Co-op Board Reject a Buyer Due to a Low Sale Price?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / April 4, 2022

A NYC co-op board may legally reject a buyer because the contemplated sale price is deemed to be too low. While a co-op board doesn’t have the unconditional right to regulate sale prices, courts have typically upheld a board’s right [...]

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Cons of a smaller boutique building include fewer units to share building costs, outsized impact of crazy neighbors & fewer volunteers for the board.

Should You Buy an Apartment in a Smaller Boutique Building?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / April 4, 2022

Generally speaking, no. We believe the cons outweigh the pros when it comes to smaller boutique buildings. Not only will you have fewer neighbors to share expenses and liabilities with, but the impact of any crazy neighbors is supersized as

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Inability to co-broke, solicitation, harassment and other problems you should consider before trying to sell For Sale By Owner in Miami.

Should You Sell For Sale By Owner in Miami?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / March 31, 2022

Selling For Sale By Owner, or FSBO, may seem easy in a hot seller's market like we're seeing in Miami today. After all, when there's a shortage of housing inventory and a lag in new construction, homes seem to sell

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Buyer closing costs for a NYC townhouse are between 2% to 4%. Exact closing costs depend on the Mansion Tax bracket and whether you’re financing.

How Much Are Buyer Closing Costs for a NYC Townhouse?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / March 25, 2022

Buyer closing costs for a NYC townhouse are typically between 2% to 4% of the purchase price. Exact closing costs depend on the purchase price and whether you’re financing. Estimate your buyer closing costs in NYC using Hauseit's interactive calculator,

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Are leads provided? Are there commission caps, sales quotas, experience or floor time requirements? Tips for finding a 100 commission real estate broker in Miami and more.

Finding a 100% Commission Real Estate Broker in Miami

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / March 23, 2022

What should you look for when it comes to a 100% commission real estate broker in Miami? Well, a cursory internet search will reveal a plethora of options that mostly offer variety in the form of different transaction fees and/or

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Buying a brownstone in NYC? Learn how to submit an offer on a New York City townhouse in this comprehensive guide from Hauseit.

How to Submit an Offer on a Townhouse in NYC

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / March 9, 2022

Buying a brownstone in NYC? We’ll demystify how to submit an offer on a townhouse in NYC in this comprehensive guide. Still need more information about buying in New York City? Estimate your buyer closing costs in NYC using our

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Home Purchase Rebate - Commission Rebate Match Program for NYC

Home Purchase Rebate – Best Rebate Guarantee

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / March 8, 2022

Shopping around? Hauseit's brand name partner brokers will match the best deal you find online. Save up to 2% on your next NYC property with a discreet home purchase rebate from one of our experienced, traditional partner brokers! Save Money

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Hauseit’s NYC buyer’s guide demystifies each step of the home buying process. Learn about closing costs, the purchase timeline, financial requirements and more.

NYC Buyer’s Guide: How it Works From Start to Finish

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / February 28, 2022

Hauseit’s NYC buyer’s guide demystifies each step of the home buying process in The Big Apple. Learn about closing costs, the purchase timeline, financial requirements and more. Just starting your home-search? Consider reading this buyer’s guide from top to bottom

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A step-by-step overview of the process of buying a condo in Miami in 2023 and how the Florida buying process differs from buying in New York.

The Complete Guide to Buying a Condo in Miami (2023)

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / February 14, 2022

Buying a condo in Miami is an exciting event, but it can catch many first time buyers or out-of-towners by surprise because of how different the process is. For example, many New Yorkers used to submitting multiple, completely non-binding offers

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How do I list my home For Sale By Owner in Rockland County, NY? What is the Rockland County MLS and how can I list my property on the MLS for a flat fee?

What is the Rockland County MLS in NY?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / February 4, 2022

How do I list my home For Sale By Owner in Rockland County? What is the Rockland County MLS and how can I list my property on the MLS for a flat fee? The Rockland County MLS is the OneKey

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