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Comprar un condominio en la Ciudad de Nueva York es un proceso mucho más sencillo que comprar un co-op en NYC.

Pasos para Comprar un Condominio en NYC

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / April 1, 2019

Comprar un condominio en la Ciudad de Nueva York es un proceso mucho más sencillo que comprar un co-op en NYC. Es importante tener en cuenta que al comprar un condominio en la ciudad de Nueva York estarás comprando una [...]

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How to Navigate a Buyer’s Market in NYC?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / November 19, 2018

Buyers can be more selective and take their time negotiating in a buyer’s market. Buyers will have more time for due diligence before signing a contract and can often successfully bid below the listing price. Sellers will need to be

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How Long Does a Seller Have to Accept an Offer?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / November 16, 2018

There is no time limit for a seller to accept an offer. A seller may respond immediately, after weeks or never at all. Keep in mind that a buyer can withdraw an offer on a house at any time, and

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What Is a Contingent Offer on a Home?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / November 9, 2018

A contingent offer on a home is an offer that discloses contract contingencies that the buyer wants in advance. Common contract contingencies include the financing contingency and the Hubbard contingency, otherwise known as a sale contingency. Table of Contents: What

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Knowing how to make a winning lowball offer will maximize your chances of scoring a low sale price on a NYC apartment. Learn how to make a successful lowball offer.

How to Make a Winning Lowball Offer on a NYC Apartment

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / November 7, 2018

Making a winning lowball offer on a NYC apartment is a dream come true for any buyer. While it’s possible to submit a successful low ball offer in both a buyer’s or a seller’s market, it’s obviously much easier when

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Whether or not you will regret buying an apartment in NYC depends on whether you've considered the costs and benefits of buying vs. renting and other realities of home ownership.

Will You Regret Buying an Apartment in NYC?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / November 5, 2018

Home ownership in NYC can be expensive, and it’s not always smooth sailing. In addition to having to make your mortgage payment every month, you’ll have to deal with neighbors and successfully navigate the house rules and politics of your

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A short sale is the sale of a home for net proceeds less than the balance of the outstanding mortgage. A short sale must be approved by the mortgage lender because the lender will lose money, and be “short” the difference between the net proceeds of the sale and the mortgage loan amount.

What’s a Short Sale?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / November 2, 2018

A short sale is the sale of a home for net proceeds less than the balance of the outstanding mortgage. A short sale must be approved by the mortgage lender because the lender will lose money, and be “short” the

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Should You Get a Home Inspection Before Making an Offer?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / November 1, 2018

No, you should never order a home inspection before making an offer because you might waste money on a deal that never happens. The seller may not even respond to your offer, and even if your offer is accepted, nothing

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The Best Home Sale Sites for NYC

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / October 31, 2018

The best home sale sites for NYC are The New York Times and Brownstoner because of their comprehensive listing inventory and the ability to contact listing agents directly. Zillow, StreetEasy and Realtor.com have impressive search features, but do not make

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How to Buy a House For Sale By Owner

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / October 30, 2018

Buying a house For Sale By Owner can yield savings if you are able to negotiate a lower price because the seller isn’t paying any commission. However, additional due diligence is required because the seller has not already been vetted

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