Hot Topic | new construction

Avoid moving next to noisy construction with this online tool

by Virginia K. Smith | July 18th, 2014

There are certain things that will always take us by surprise in a move, but mercifully, local construction projects—and the disruptive noise and...
Buy Curious: Pre-war, post-war or new construction—which is right for you?

by Leah Hochbaum Rosner | January 30th, 2014

Ever wonder what the major differences are between pre-war, post-war and newly constructed buildings? James A. Fierro, Jr. of Miron Properties ...
How to break your lease, where to find a cheap(er) luxury condo, and more

by Sara Alessi | December 16th, 2013

How to break up with your landlord (New York Daily News; previously) Where to find 'bargain' luxury condos (New York Times) It's time for...
7 Things to Ask Before You Rent in a Brand New NYC Building

by Amy Sara Clark | October 23rd, 2013

You’ve checked out the views from the roof deck and the variety of classes at the gym. You’ve examined the bike room and counted the pool tables in...
The 7 Most Common Construction Defects

by Marjorie Cohen | September 17th, 2013

With new construction back on track after a five-year slowdown, the time is ripe for updating our 2010 Brickunderground post on the most common...
Banker attempts suicide leap from Fifth Ave co-op; sellers go back on their word; condo perfume & more

by Sara Alessi | July 22nd, 2013

Troubled investment banker makes suicide leap from Fifth Avenue co-op; awning may have saved his life (NY Post) Surprise! With lots of high offers,...
Renovating? Grand Expediters NYC knows the Buildings Department, so you don't have to

by Leah Hochbaum Rosner | July 10th, 2013

Even if you’re only doing what seems like a minor renovation to your apartment—adding a tub to your bathroom, moving the sink to the other side of...
The Board Room: New York City condos wake up to the high price of absentee ownership (sponsored)

April 16th, 2013

Investor demand has helped fuel rising condo prices, but many New York City condo boards are waking up to the fact that a bumper-crop of absentee...
12 tips for buying new construction with confidence (sponsored)

March 11th, 2013

As a New York City real estate lawyer who has helped (and occasionally discouraged) hundreds of clients buy new condos over the past decade, I can...
Developers race to buy air rights; down below, basement apartments eyed as affordable housing solution, and more

by Ronda Kaysen | February 25th, 2013

NYC air rights selling for half the price of the land below (and developers can't get enough) (NY Times)Meanwhile, affordable housing experts float...
Looking for a two-bedroom? Better hurry--or set your sights on a 1.5 bedroom

by Lucy Cohen Blatter | February 19th, 2013

In the current real estate market, size matters when it comes to buying a co-op or condo.A perfect storm of low mortgage rates, high rents and...
The best neighborhoods for singles, new condo price hikes and more

by Lucy Cohen Blatter | February 14th, 2013

If you're dateless this Valentine's Day, you may want to consider moving to the Upper East Side (if you're male) or Long Island City (if you're...
Expecting some concessions with your new condo? You may be unpleasantly surprised

by Marjorie Cohen | February 4th, 2013

Much has changed in the year and a half since BrickUnderground first took an in-depth look at new construction concessions and how to get them.Back...
Ask an Expert: How much more do new condos cost?

by Teri Karush Rogers | January 22nd, 2013

Q. I am a first time buyer looking at a number of new construction projects in Manhattan. The asking price of these projects seem to be above market...
Terrible or terrific twos? 8 things to find out before buying a condo in the toddler phase

by Marjorie Cohen | January 15th, 2013

Buying a condo in a two- or three-year-old building has its own set of rules, because the toddler phase is an important (if somewhat shaky) phase of...
BrickUnderground's 2013 Real Estate Forecast: The 9 biggest trends in NYC real estate this year

by Marjorie Cohen | January 2nd, 2013

Wondering what to expect in NYC real estate in 2013? A dozen agents, lawyers, mortgage brokers, property managers, and appraisers tell us what they...
The Board Room: Firing the managing agent retained by the sponsor is often a mistake. Except when it’s not. (sponsored)

November 13th, 2012

Often when a sponsor loses control of a condo board after enough units have sold, the newly elected board makes a reflexive decision to change the...
Wanna get in on a pre-construction deal? Read this first

by Angelina Fanous | October 23rd, 2012

We’ve already written about the perks (and perils) involved in buying pre-construction, noting that the earlier you buy, the better deal you will...
Investment Bootcamp, Part 2: How to spot a good NYC investment property

by Angelina Fanous | October 22nd, 2012

In our first installment of Investment Bootcamp, we helped you determine whether or not you're the investing type. If you are, it's time to get...
No-Fee Apartment of the Week: $2,800 one-bedroom in Greenpoint

by Lucy Cohen Blatter | September 28th, 2012

This Greenpoint, Brooklyn condo is available for $2,800 per month. And it's got all the amenities you'd expect in a new condo building in an up-and-...

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Hot Topic | new construction

Avoid moving next to noisy construction with this online tool

Buy Curious: Pre-war, post-war or new construction—which is right for you?

How to break your lease, where to find a cheap(er) luxury condo, and more

7 Things to Ask Before You Rent in a Brand New NYC Building

The 7 Most Common Construction Defects

Banker attempts suicide leap from Fifth Ave co-op; sellers go back on their word; condo perfume & more

Renovating? Grand Expediters NYC knows the Buildings Department, so you don't have to

The Board Room: New York City condos wake up to the high price of absentee ownership (sponsored)

12 tips for buying new construction with confidence (sponsored)

Developers race to buy air rights; down below, basement apartments eyed as affordable housing solution, and more

Looking for a two-bedroom? Better hurry--or set your sights on a 1.5 bedroom

The best neighborhoods for singles, new condo price hikes and more

Expecting some concessions with your new condo? You may be unpleasantly surprised

Ask an Expert: How much more do new condos cost?

Terrible or terrific twos? 8 things to find out before buying a condo in the toddler phase

BrickUnderground's 2013 Real Estate Forecast: The 9 biggest trends in NYC real estate this year

The Board Room: Firing the managing agent retained by the sponsor is often a mistake. Except when it’s not. (sponsored)

Wanna get in on a pre-construction deal? Read this first

Investment Bootcamp, Part 2: How to spot a good NYC investment property

No-Fee Apartment of the Week: $2,800 one-bedroom in Greenpoint

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