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.

Why a Professional Paint Job Can Make or Break Your NYC Apartment Sale

In the concrete jungle of New York City, where apartments sell for record prices per square foot, potential buyers make split-second judgments before they’ve even stepped fully through the door. A fresh, professionally executed paint job isn’t just an aesthetic… Read More

Renter-Friendly Wallpaper Ideas for NYC Apartments

New York, or NYC, is considered quite an expensive city. Therefore, you will find many people who live in rental apartments rather than own one. A challenge with these apartments is that you can’t do a lot of customizations, especially… Read More

2025 guide to using ACRIS NYC to search NYC Property Records

The New York real estate world is full of acronyms. Please read our guide to learn how to use the ACRIS New York database and the main options to search for NYC property records and related documents. Therefore, we’ll review how… Read More

2025 NYC Income Tax Guide

Income tax is critical to living and working in New York City. Suppose you understand how filing your taxes works and can comply with the regulations and avoid unnecessary penalties. In this guide, you’ll learn the basics of the NYC… Read More

Is Selling ‘As-Is’ the Right Choice? Key Scenarios to Consider

Selling a home ‘as-is’ means putting it on the market without making repairs or upgrades. This can be a practical solution for homeowners who want to sell quickly or avoid the costs of renovations. While it can save time and… Read More

11 Richest Cities in California

The wealthiest cities in California include Atherton, Los Altos Hills, Woodside, Hillsborough, Los Altos, Orinda, Palos Verdes Estates, Cupertino, Foster City, La Habra Heights, and Westlake Village. This article examines these affluent cities, focusing on their median household incomes, median… Read More