As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to upend life in New York City, there’s a looming worry among renters throughout the five boroughs: What happens on April 1? For many tenants, that’s the next date that rent is due; but if people are out of work or have lost other sources of income as a result of the outbreak, they may not be able to pay rent. Other New Yorkers who were planning on moving at the beginning of the month are now…
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This Is How You Find An Apartment In NYC Without A Broker
This Is How You Find An Apartment In NYC Without A Broker At this moment, you are contemplating finding an apartment in NYC on your own without the help of a broker and you are second guessing if it is even possible having read everywhere how difficult it is. Regardless, you’re going to explore the possibilities and take your shot because you’re finding a difficult time finding a reputable broker or you literally do not want to pay the thousands…
Get the Most out of Selling Your Home with These Terrific Tips
If you’re like most homeowners, your house is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. With that in mind, when it’s time to sell you want to maximize your home’s sale price. By enlisting the help of some pros and turning your smartphone into your personal, pocket-sized assistant, you can stay on top of everything it takes to help your home sell. Declutter. A cluttered home can appear to lack space and organization. Also, having your belongings around can…
Numbers Are In, Here’s Your Q2 Breakdown
By Robert Varvara, The Steven Cohen Team at Corcoran Manhattan’s challenging real estate market welcomed reassuring news in Second Quarter 2019. Market-wide sales increased year-over-year for the first time in two years, up 5% annually to over 3,300 sales totaling $7 billion, about $1 billion more sold than last year. However, this information can be misleading as this increase in closed sales is due to two main reasons: New Development Closings– Q2 sales mainly increased due to an 82% spike in new…
Helpful Tips for Purchasing the Perfect Vacation Home for Retirement
Making the leap and purchasing a vacation home is an exciting experience. It means you can visit your favorite travel destination without paying for impersonal hotels or booking accommodation months in advance. But before you settle on your dream home, make sure that it meets the needs of your family and fits your budget. Avoid Common Mistakes People who purchase a vacation home on a whim are likely to make a few mistakes. According to MarketWatch, people often put too…
A Student’s Guide to Renting in NYC
Congratulations! You’re attending school in New York City! Going off to college is one of the most exciting things you do in life, especially when it’s coupled with moving to a new place. But it can also be daunting. Whether you’re moving right into an apartment your freshman year or are looking to move out of your dorm hall, I’m here to help you navigate your way through renting as a student in NYC. I went to NYU in 2010…
How to Land Your Dream Apartment in New York City
Apartment searching anywhere can start out being very fun and quickly turn into a very time-consuming and daunting process. Looking for apartments in New York City, specifically, can leave seekers feeling very helpless due to higher rents, smaller living spaces and the need to be near the ‘perfect train.’ I would know, by 30 I had lived in midtown East, the Upper East Side, Midtown West, Queens and two stints in Brooklyn. Why is NYC so desirable? • Proximity to mass transportation:…
What Should You Plan To Spend On Rent in New York City Neighborhoods
So you want to move to The Big Apple? Quite an exciting prospect, isn’t it? It goes without saying that New York City is certainly a great place to live. But, let’s face it- the city is also known for having notoriously expensive rental costs. According to the Expatistan Cost of Living Index, only eight cities in the world have managed to surpass the home of the Jets, Yankees, and Giants. It’s currently ranked 9th with a price index value…
Communal and Co-Living Options for NYC
Solo living is both financially out of reach and unappealing for many people, but finding the right people to live with, and the right place to live with them, can be a big hassle. Shopping the internet for roommates can be anxiety producing, and if you move in with the wrong one you could be stuck with them for the duration of the lease. Sharing expenses can be a total nightmare when one roommate is financially responsible and the other…