Avoid regret after a kitchen reno, buying in Manhattan vs. Brooklyn, & more
This week, readers looked for guidance on a number of thorny real estate issues, including when to save and when to splurge on a kitchen renovation, the age-old question of buying in Manhattan vs. Brooklyn, and navigating noise issues when the offender is the one who cashes your rent check. Also drawing attention: All the new ways buyers can negotiate discounts.
Here, in full, are the week's top stories.
What not to skimp on when renovating your NYC kitchen
What's the smarter buy: A studio in Manhattan or a one bedroom in Brooklyn or Queens?
How to tackle asking a noisy neighbor—or landlord—to keep it down
What's currently negotiable when buying an apartment in NYC?
My co-op board is preventing me from selling my apartment. What can I do?