Cait Etherington

1 week ago | cityrealty.com | Cait Etherington

Once you’ve found and been approved for an apartment in New York City, it is tempting to immediately sign on the dotted line and start looking for a mover - after all, with Manhattan rents at all-time highs and those in outer boroughs starting to creep up, it's understandable that one would want to lock in a deal as soon as possible. However, signing too quickly can lead to regrets down the line.

2 weeks ago | cityrealty.com | Cait Etherington

Most people dream of buying their own home at some point in their life, and in most regions of theUnited States, this is a dream that can be achieved with a bit of hard work and deliberate saving. InNew York City, buying one’s first home is often much more challenging. This not only reflects thefact that one generally needs a higher down payment to enter the market but also that New Yorkproperties often don’t qualify for programs designed to assist first-time buyers.

2 weeks ago | cityrealty.com | Cait Etherington

If you’ve decided it is time to move in with the love of your life, congratulations! But between the champagne and your first couple’s visit to Ikea, it is essential to reserve time to carefully consider how best to enter into this new phase of your relationship and, perhaps, this new phase of life. Ideally, cohabiting with a romantic partner will be a fulfilling personal decision and a strategic financial one.

1 month ago | cityrealty.com | Cait Etherington

If you’re selling a New York City property, there’s a good chance you’ll see a strong return on your initial investment. But before you start planning how to spend your profits or reinvest, it’s important to account for the significant closing costs involved. In NYC, closing costs go beyond brokerage fees and include various transfer taxes.

1 month ago | cityrealty.com | Cait Etherington

New York City condos can be a great investment, which explains why many condo units are owned by individual investors and investment companies. Still, whether you're an investor or a resident owner, yielding a high return will likely rest on timing. So, how soon is too soon to sell a condo recently purchased from a developer? This article explores the key considerations and questions owners should contemplate before putting a nearly new condo on the market in New York City.