What is a 'major capital improvement' and how does it affect the rent?

… not feel so happy when the see the phrase major capital improvements Thats the term used for upgrades that justify a … even in the middle of a lease The city defines an MCI as an improvement benefiting all the tenants in the building … replaces them after 25 years the estimated lifespan of this equipment not if the owner just installs new fixtures in the …

By Celia Young |September 11, 2024 - 10:30AM
What's a reverse mortgage—and how common are they in NYC?

… on your homes value rather than the other way around These loans can help keep a senior in their home by giving them muchneeded cash in exchange for equity in their apartment But they can make it difficult for an heir to … on HECM loans are capped at $6000 according to NYSDFS and HUD … What are potential benefits … A reverse mortgage can …

By Celia Young |April 2, 2024 - 3:30PM
Understanding ‘succession rights,’ a complex issue for rent-regulated tenants

… family member living in that most coveted of New York City apartments the rentregulated unit When they vacate the apartmentwhether they pass away move into assisted living or … else in New York inheriting a rentstabilized or controlled apartment isnt straightforward Succession rightswhich …

By Celia Young |January 9, 2024 - 11:00AM
What are land-lease buildings? Are they common in NYC?

… York City own the land they sit on but a tiny percentage rent the land from someone else These are called landlease … yet another quirk of NYC real estate that buyers need to be aware of  In a lot of ways a land lease is just like … leases  Quay agrees saying he works with buyers as they see how the deal is set up through the offering plan and the …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 4, 2023 - 12:30PM