One of the most common questions our office gets is what are the closings costs going to be when buying a co-op or condominium in New York City. Well, unfortunately, in New York City, it is not just the real estate that is expensive. Whether you are buying a home, townhouse, condominium or cooperative, [...]
Home buying is a complex process and even more so when it’s your first home. Along with the excitement of buying and selling a home comes the stress of signing contracts and attending closings. Having a good real estate agent is key during this process, but so is having a good attorney. Your real estate agent [...]
Liens, ECB’s, fines, encroachments, and encumbrances can place what is called clouds on title. All kinds of things can cloud the title to your home. Perhaps a contractor placed a lien on the house for unpaid bills, for instance. If you bought your house with your spouse and then divorced, it may be unclear [...]
