ADU Rental Rules and Restrictions Under NYC’s City of Yes
Rental use is one of the biggest drivers of interest in ADUs, and also one of the most misunderstood. While City of Yes may allow…
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How to Spot Structural Wood Rot in Staten Island and Brooklyn Homes
Wood rot is one of the most dangerous exterior problems because it hides in plain sight. By the time it becomes obvious, structural damage is…
How Closing Cost Prorations Work in NYC Real Estate
Closing costs in NYC include more than lender fees and taxes. They also include prorations, which adjust expenses so buyers and sellers each pay only…
Boro Breakdown: Staten Island Real Estate Market This Week
This week saw 56 single family homes close across Staten Island, a solid level of activity that shows buyers are still engaged and moving forward…
How Improper Concrete Slope Causes Basement Water Issues
Basement water problems don’t always come from cracks or heavy storms. In many Staten Island and Brooklyn homes, the real cause sits right outside the…
How Buyer Contingencies Work in NYC Real Estate Contracts
Buyer contingencies are one of the most misunderstood parts of a real estate contract. In NYC, contingencies define when a buyer can walk away without…
How the ADU Approval Process Works Through NYC DOB
Even when zoning allows an ADU, nothing gets built without Department of Buildings approval. Under City of Yes, ADUs may be permitted As of Right…
Seller Advantage: Staten Island 90-Day Market Check
The last 90 days of single family activity across Staten Island continue to show a stable, disciplined market. Buyers are active, sellers are still getting…
Ryan Serhant Says It’s “Nobody’s Market.” Here’s What That Means in Staten Island
Buying a home isn’t easy right now. Rates are higher than you want. Prices feel like they’re stuck on fast-forward. And every headline seems to…
How Lender Conditions Lists Work in NYC Mortgage Underwriting
Every buyer gets excited about preapproval then underwriting sends a list of conditions. Conditions are not problems. They’re steps the lender requires before issuing Clear…