Celia Young
Senior Writer
Celia Young is a senior writer at Brick Underground where she covers New York City residential real estate. She graduated from Brandeis University and previously covered local business at the Milwaukee Business Journal, entertainment at Madison Magazine, and commercial real estate at Commercial Observer. She currently resides in Brooklyn.
Posts by Celia Young:
As a personal guarantor, how much does my kid’s NYC landlord really need to know about my finances?
By Celia Young
August 13, 2024 - 12:30 PM
Brokers and landlords will usually ask guarantors for the same information as your child to make sure you can pay rent on the apartment while balancing your own financial obligations.
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Is now a good time to refinance my mortgage? How long will it take?
By Celia Young
August 12, 2024 - 17:00 PM
If you’re able to wait for mortgage rates to decline, it may make more sense for you to refinance your debt later to secure lower monthly payments.
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Housing lottery launches for 165 rent-stabilized apartments in Brownsville
By Celia Young
August 8, 2024 - 11:30 AM
Eligible New Yorkers can apply to win one of 165 rent-stabilized apartments at a new development in Brownsville, Brooklyn through NYC's affordable housing lottery.
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Yes, NYC renters can grow weed in their apartments. But don’t flaunt your flora
By Celia Young
August 7, 2024 - 17:00 PM
Yes, you can grow cannabis in your apartment, as long as you follow some strict rules.
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Receptacles required: NYC buildings can now buy city-mandated trash bins
By Celia Young
August 6, 2024 - 10:00 AM
Landlords and property managers can buy the city-required garbage bins from manufacturer Otto.
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What is a post-closing possession agreement and what are the risks for buyers and sellers?
By Celia Young
August 5, 2024 - 10:30 AM
A post-closing possession agreement allows a seller to remain in the apartment beyond the closing date. Buyers and sellers generally agree to this when the seller is not ready to move—a more frequent occurrence these days.
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