How to check a neighborhood’s climate disaster risk before you move

… When Hurricane Sandy hit Red Hook Brooklyn nearly every block was inundated in the flood … Grinshpun to return to Red Hook As she prepares to buy a home in the next two years shes looking at …

By Celia Young |December 27, 2024 - 12:30PM
My brother’s friend has been squatting at my former apartment and won’t leave now that the lease is up. Am I liable?

… friend can be evicted As a tenant you have a responsibility to return your apartment empty at the end of the lease … and the occupant Editors Note Realty Bites tackles your NYC rental questions This article was originally published … in NYC according to both attorneys Your best option is to take him to court Have you had a personal experience with a …

By Celia Young |December 27, 2024 - 10:30AM
Want to buy an investment apartment to rent out? Here's what you need to know

… Most people cant afford to buy a New York City condo or coop as an investment … typically competitivethere are always way more renters than buyers here And many potential buyers find themselves … a way of spreading their risk around Thats Wheelocks advice Luxury units are less in demand so I  now highly recommend …

By Jennifer White Karp |December 26, 2024 - 2:30PM