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 Do Air Rights Work in NYC Real Estate in 2024?

When you have a place like New York City, everything has a protocol, a fee, or even a particular process or concept. Even something along the lines of air or “space above” can have a specific way of being parsed.… Read More

2022 NestApple Guide to NYC Buyer Closing Costs

When you thought buying an apartment in NYC couldn’t get any more complicated or costly, you start to think about closing costs. The sheer number and size of a buyer’s closing fees in NYC can be overwhelming and, at worst,… Read More

What Is Co-Broking And How Do Agents Co-Broke in 2023?

In a typical home sale, you hire a real estate agent from a brokerage, and the deal gets pushed through. Each party in the real estate transaction will have the right to their agent. When all this goes down, you will… Read More

What Is The Difference Between A Condo And An Apartment In NYC?

An apartment is a general term for a separate residence within a larger building. Getting your place to live will always be a hassle; part is learning the difference between your options. In the magical land known as New York… Read More

Average Rental Broker Fee In NYC in 2023

Getting your apartment to rent can be tricky in New York City. There are so many scams and shocking stunts people pull. It’s not surprising that many people prefer to work with rental brokers. Listing agents are professional real estate… Read More

Home Price Reduction Strategy in New York in 2023

When trying to sell a home in New York City, it’s normal to feel like your property will fly off the real estate market. That’s usually what happens. However, there are moments when you won’t have that kind of luck.… Read More