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.

Selling a home FSBO in New York is a mistake

Did you know you can legally sell your home WITHOUT a broker and list it yourself on the MLS and consumer websites on StreetEasy, Facebook, or Zillow? Selling a home FSBO for a flat fee in New York can be… Read More

Doorman building in NYC: expense or necessity?

New York City Buildings are iconic. For some people, apartment buildings in NYC with a doorman are a MUST. They range from ultra-luxurious to rat nests and everything in between. Several amenities and requirements should be analyzed when buying vs.… Read More

How to pass a coop board interview in NYC?

Let’s face it, coop board interviews in New York remain stressful and intrusive. However, they exist for a reason. They live so that the current building residents can decide collectively if applicants buy or rent an apartment in their building.… Read More

Looking for a NYC apartment rental this season?

NestApple is here to guide you in searching for your NYC apartment rental. As one of the best apartment rental listing sites in NYC, we recommend Streeteasy and NestApple. And we can help with both standard monthly apartment rentals in… Read More

Why are NYC real estate fees so high?

When I place an order to buy Microsoft stocks, my broker charges me $4.95. I can choose and compare thousands of options when I shop for a hotel, insurance, or plane ticket. With Amazon Prime, I no longer pay for… Read More