What works for your neighbor’s property in Scarsdale may not work for yours in White Plains or Yonkers. This is because Westchester County has 48 municipalities and each one sets its own rules. Hence, as a new property owner in Westchester, you need to understand why...
Westchester has a dense patchwork of municipalities, and this means that a developer’s proposal in a village may be just feet away from a quiet residential street in a neighboring town. These "multi-jurisdictional" conflicts usually occur when one community gains...
Westchester County is famous for its historic homes and deep roots, and with long histories can come hidden headaches. During a title search, you might find a "cloud" on your title, which often looks like an old mortgage that appears unpaid in public records. These...
Buying a home in the Hudson Valley can be more challenging than you think. While you’ll certainly have to consider securing a mortgage at an affordable rate and beating out competing offers on a piece of property that you love, there are also legal issues that you’ll...
Short-term rental properties are a source of income for many people, partly because the owner can make an income from a property that would likely be empty. Since there’s no long-term lease for the home, the owner can adjust the rental price based on the current...
Leasing commercial space instead of buying a commercial property is often the best option available. Those trying to grow an existing company or establish a new organization may not have access to the financing necessary to purchase facilities. They may need the...
Buying real property typically means making a long-term commitment to a specific residential neighborhood. Buyers often scrutinize properties to ensure that they are in reasonable condition. Banks and mortgage lenders financing residential real estate transactions...
There are several ways for people to gain legal access to real property. The simplest is by purchasing the property. Other times, they may negotiate a rental arrangement with the current owner. It is also possible for those who need to use a property for limited...
Buying a home typically involves working with numerous professionals. People hire real estate agents and likely need a mortgage broker to help them obtain financing. They may need to hire surveyors, appraisers and inspectors to prove that the home meets the necessary...
For multiple years now, insufficient supply on the residential real estate market has made buying property a relatively competitive process. Buyers often need to come to the table with their best offers if they have any hope of the seller selecting their offer from...
