The Nest

NestApple's Real Estate Blog

Featuring real estate articles and information to help real estate buyers and sellers. The Nest features writings from Georges Benoliel and other real estate professionals. Georges is the Co-Founder of NestApple and has been working as an active real estate investor for over a decade.

Is Title Insurance policy Required for Coops in NYC?

New York co-op apartment purchasers generally do not pay for co-op title insurance. Usually, it’s not a required closing cost. Besides, a co-op lien search already grants buyers $50,000 in coverage against any liens missed during the due diligence. So… Read More

What is a lead based paint disclosure form in NYC?

In NYC, Sellers and landlords of homes built before 1978 are required to notify tenants and buyers of the risk of lead-based paint. Lead-based paint is of particular danger to young children. This may produce permanent neurological damage, which ranges… Read More

Buying a Condo in NYC

Buying a condo in NYC is a dream for millions of people. If you’re thinking of buying an apartment in NYC, condos are a great place to start. Is it worth buying a condo in NYC? They’re easy to buy… Read More

Living close to these Top NYC public elementary schools

If you want to start and raise a family in New York City, the quality of education is probably at the forefront of your mind. So, what is the NYC public school system like? To begin with, New York City’s… Read More

NYS Fair Housing and Anti-Discrimination Disclosure Form

On June 20th, 2020, the New Fair Housing and Anti-Discrimination Disclosure rules were enacted in New York. This regulation requires both brokers to show the NYS Fair Housing and Anti-Discrimination Disclosure Form to prospective purchasers, tenants, sellers, or landlords upon… Read More

Under Contract in Real Estate: What Does it mean?

When browsing listing statuses, you will often encounter “Under Contract” in Real Estate while searching for real estate online. What does this term mean in real estate vs. other active or pending homes? Can you make an offer on a… Read More