What is the certificate of occupancy and why is it such a big deal?

… When youre buying in New York City one of the documents you will need to obtain is the certificate of occupancy which is … … rent laws … What is the certificate of occupancy and why is it such a big deal …

By Evelyn Battaglia |October 7, 2025 - 2:00PM
What’s a condop? What do I need to know about buying there?

… including common hallways or laundry rooms What to know about buying or selling a condop in NYC Multiple boards add … expect to answer lots of questions from prospective buyers about how the boards work  … What you need to know before … because coops generally trade for less than condos by about 15 percent so developers are reluctant to go this …

By Evelyn Battaglia |May 6, 2025 - 10:30AM
Understanding net effective rent: Here's how to calculate your real monthly rent

… When you search New York City rental listings you may see the term net effective rent or a higher rent amount called the gross rent This can …

By Jennifer White Karp |March 26, 2025 - 4:00PM