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.

How to Deliver an Offer To The Seller in NYC?

When trying to buy a home, you must put together a massive packet that acts as a purchase offer. It’s a hefty bit of paperwork, but in most cases, buyers don’t deliver the package to the seller. Or rather, you… Read More

NYC 421a Tax Abatements

The world of New York City real estate tax would make an average person’s head spin. Tax laws, in general, are going to be rough to handle. Therefore, the city’s taxes are one of the main reasons people avoid living… Read More

7 Questions To Ask Your Potential HOA in 2023

Whether it is a condo, a co-op, or an actual house property owner’s association, realizing how much your HOA will matter in your day-to-day life is essential. An HOA board is there to ensure property values don’t go down. In… Read More

5 Things To Consider Before Renting Your Condo in 2023

One of the most common issues that New York condo owners face is whether they should rent out their property. Whether using an Airbnb or renting out your entire condo for a yearly lease doesn’t matter; it will still be… Read More

What Are Co-Ops Allowed To Reject Applicants For?

Co-ops are notoriously picky with their clients and renters. Getting accepted into a co-op in New York City is a significant status symbol. Even celebrities have been turned away from membership in these exclusive elite circles. It’s almost a trope… Read More

What Are Closing Costs, And Why Do You Have To Pay Them?

When you’re trying to buy a home, the actual price of the house is only one of many things you’ll have to pay. You already might know about fees related to inspections and expenses that your real estate agent may… Read More