Q: Is now the time to move out to the country? If you’ve always wanted a second home, New York real estate attorneys are seeing more clients taking the plunge now, no doubt in response to the coronavirus pandemic radically changing people’s work and personal goals. Living in the former epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic...

Q: How has COVID-19 affected rentals in the New York City area? New York and New Jersey real estate attorneys expected the coronavirus quarantines to impact the New York City rental market. Now, several months after the lockdowns began, reports are indicating just how significant the impact has been so far. If you’re considering renting...

It is no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has sent the U.S. economy through a major loop. With businesses closed and restricted and the major uncertainty of the moment, the economy has not fared well. In the midst of the economic downturn, mortgage interest rates have dropped to historic lows. Here’s why. Mortgage Rates...

Q: How has COVID-19 affected rentals in the New York City area? New York and New Jersey real estate attorneys expected the coronavirus quarantines to impact the New York City rental market. Now, several months after the lockdowns began, reports are indicating just how significant the impact has been so far. If you’re considering renting...

Yes, in most New York home purchases, having an attorney is part of how the process works. While you are legally allowed to buy a house without a lawyer, doing so can expose you to risks that many buyers do not see until it is too late. When you are about to...

Lending money to a family member could be a beneficial thing, or it could harm your relationship with that person for many years. The odds are that the relationship will get damaged permanently. Some financial experts advise that you should only lend money to a relative if you are willing to sue that person....

Q: Can tenants in New York City defer rent payments due to coronavirus layoffs? The global pandemic surrounding the coronavirus (or COVID-19) is expected to deal a large blow to the economy as staggering numbers of Americans are losing their jobs and countless businesses are threatened by losses caused by the prolonged government lockdowns. Heavily-populated...

Q: Can I still sell my house during the coronavirus pandemic? If you are considering selling your home in New York or New Jersey, you might wonder what the coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic might do to those plans. New York and New Jersey real estate attorneys and other professionals involved in the real estate transaction...

Q: Do all home upgrades increase its market value? If you are considering selling a home in Staten Island or New Jersey, you may be wondering what needs to be addressed in order to maximize your selling price. In general, fresh paint and new flooring goes a long way in sprucing up the interior,...

Before accepting a deed to real estate in New York, it is best to consult a New York real estate attorney. For many people, real estate is the most valuable asset they own. Before investing in real estate, it is wise to ensure that you are receiving good and marketable title. That often...