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Before You Sign on the Dotted Line, Your Attorney’s Due Diligence Is a Priority. |
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Conducting careful due diligence is a critical step in the New York City real estate buying process. It’s the essential safety net for all buyers before a deal is finalized - ensuring that a co-op, condo or private home is sound both financially and structurally, and that a property has been accurately represented by the seller. There are two main aspects to due diligence: A detailed review of all pertinent records regarding a property – and, in the case of a brownstone or townhouse, a thorough on-site property inspection. Prime duties of your real estate attorney:
Home inspection checklist for Townhouses and Brownstones. If you’re purchasing a single-family house, a thorough home inspection is your only chance to ensure that the seller hasn’t failed to disclose any major problems with the property. Inspectors typically focus on the following areas of a home:
Do you need an apartment inspection of a co-op or condo? Most home buyers leave the due diligence up to their attorney. Having said that, it can be a wise step and provide peace of mind to hire a home inspector if a residence has been continuously occupied for many years without serious upkeep. More than superficial cosmetic issues, you’ll want to have a close look at plumbing, wiring, windows and appliances. Deep-down professionalism. Falling in love with an apartment or gracious townhouse feels wonderful and exciting. But I always remind my clients about the importance of looking beneath the surface before they make a commitment – to make sure there are no surprises lurking. The due diligence of a proven real estate attorney – and on-site inspection when deemed necessary – are vital steps before you sign on the dotted line – before you step over the threshold of your beautiful new home. |
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NYC Real-estate-related revenue hit record $37B last year |
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The real estate industry, and especially the commercial sector, remains the main driver of the New York City economy, according to data to be released on Monday by the Real Estate Board of New York. |
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My Newest Listings |
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New Development of the Month |
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The Slope on Fifth |
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Focus On Design |
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In New York, Beyer Blinder Belle completes South Street Seaport Museum |
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The A. A. Thomson & Co. Warehouse is home to the South Street Seaport Museum, an institution tasked with telling its neighborhood’s multivalent history, and that of New York City more broadly. |
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Recently Closed Deals |
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6 Morton Street West Village Townhouse Status - In Contract 555 West 22nd Street, 3CW Corner Unit at the Cortland Status - In Contract 136 Waverly Place, 4B Gut renovated Greenwich Village Co-op Status - In Contract 215 West 91st Street, 43 Pre-War UWS 3BD Status - In Contract 78 South 3rd Street, 3 Private Duplex with a Private Roof Deck Status - In Contract 420 A Lafayette Avenue Sunny 2 Family Townhouse Status - In Contract |
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This Month's Mortgage Rate Snapshot |
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*The rates below are based on a $3,000,000 Condominium Purchase with a 20% down payment |
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10-Year Adjustable Rate: 6.25% 30-Year Fixed Rate: 6.625%Data provided by Aaron Ritter of Citizens Bank |
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Q4 2024 Market Reports |
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Justin Rubinstein is a 21-year veteran of the real estate marketplace, who quickly gained attention from industry veterans and clients alike as a motivated and knowledgeable professional whose focus is on providing the best customer service possible while negotiating and protecting his clients with dogged tenacity. This tenacity and hard work ethic has proven fruitful as he has successfully negotiated over $1B in real estate transactions to date. Justin has enjoyed representing buyers and sellers of trophy properties such as the Time Warner Center, 56 Leonard, The Apthorp, One Madison, landmarked West Village townhouses, and new development penthouses. In each instance, his clients come away from the experience with a strong appreciation for his dedication and expertise - for more on this, please see his testimonials page. |
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