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Neighborhood Intel
3 legal battles could spell big changes for property taxes and housing vouchers in NYC
By Celia Young |March 20, 2024 - 1:20PM
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Affordable Housing
Hochul approves a replacement for the J-51 tax abatement that could help condo and co-op buildings fund upgrades
By Celia Young |October 25, 2023 - 4:30PM
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Rent
New York finally gets a budget, but it doesn't include major housing initiatives
By Emily Myers |April 28, 2023 - 2:30PM
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The Search
Why a tax abatement should be on your condo or co-op wishlist

… 25 years and they phase out over time This means you will see your property tax payments gradually increase The major … about a tax abatement so if there is one youll typically see the words in all caps in the buildings marketing … of looking at similar apartments in the neighborhood and seeing what the taxes are on comparable units  … Are there …

By Emily Myers |February 16, 2023 - 1:00PM
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Sell
What is a 1031 exchange and how does it work?
By Emily Myers |February 6, 2023 - 9:30AM
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Sales Market
What to know about buying in Laurelton, Queens, where you'll find Tudor-style houses, larger lots, and lower taxes
By Nancy A. Ruhling |February 1, 2023 - 12:30PM
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Negotiations + Closings
How much do NYC sellers pay for closing costs?
By Evelyn Battaglia |January 9, 2023 - 12:30PM
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Negotiating + Financing
5 ways NYC buyers can lower their closing costs
By Evelyn Battaglia |January 5, 2023 - 1:30PM