The closing is the climactic moment in a Real Estate transaction, when the deal is finalized and the money finally changes hands. However, the big moment can be daunting, especially in New York, where the large cast of characters can include not just the seller, purchaser, and their attorneys, but possibly several brokers, a lender, […]
NYC Real Estate Attorney’s Closing Report: February 2017
Just a few of our recent closings. If you are also looking to buy or sell at these property addresses, you might want to give us a call. Property Value Transaction 139 East 33rd Street, NY, NY $440,000 Coop Sale 3840 Greystone Avenue, BX, NY $190,000 Coop Purchase 55 Liberty Street, NY, NY $999,000 Coop […]
Fed Raises Interest Rates–Market Remains Steady
As expected, the Federal Reserve raised benchmark rates by 1/4 point on Wednesday, amid optimism due to steady job growth and economic recovery. This is the second increase to take place in the last three months. The initial response to the increase was a healthy one, with mortgage rates decreasing slightly after the change took […]
WHFirm Attorneys Teach CE Course at TitleVest
Congratulations to all of the brokers who recently completed a 3.75 credit hour course on the subject of Real Estate Due Diligence. The course, which was taught by Firm Partner Jack Harari and Associate Caroline Malapero, was presented in cooperation with TitleVest, Inc., and took place at their corporate offices on February 28th. We appreciate […]
From Bloomberg: Fed Chief to Speak Regarding Interest Rate Increase
According to Bloomberg, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen and Vice Chair Stanley Fischer will speak in New York and Chicago today to address an expected increase in interest rates during March. Keep an weather eye out for new developments!
NYC Real Estate Attorney’s Closing Report: January 2017
Just a few of our recent closings. If you are also looking to buy or sell at these property addresses, you might want to give us a call. Property Value Transaction 100 West 93rd Street, NY, NY $954,000 Condo Sale 155 Willoughby Avenue, BK, NY $2,695,000 House Purchase 303 Beverly Road, BK, NY $562,000 Coop […]
NYC Real Estate Attorney’s Closing Report: November 2016
Just a few of our recent closings. If you are also looking to buy or sell at these property addresses, you might want to give us a call. Property Value Transaction 300 West 23rd Street, NY, NY $506,000 Coop Refinance 340 East 93rd Street, NY, NY $1,425,000 Coop Purchase 737 Bergen Street, BK, NY $975,000 […]
NYC Real Estate Attorney’s Closing Report: December 2016
Just a few of our recent closings. If you are also looking to buy or sell at these property addresses, you might want to give us a call. Property Value Transaction 200 Riverside Boulevard, NY, NY $2,150,000 Condo Purchase 360 Cabrini Boulevard, NY, NY $640,000 Coop Purchase 215 Adams Street, BK, NY $340,000 Coop Purchase […]
From the New York Times: Lead Paint and Illegal Sublets
In the attached article, the New York Times answers common questions that prospective purchasers may have. The first part discusses lead paint, which is a common feature of many older apartments. Though there are associated hazards, especially in houses with small children, there also ways that those risks can be easily recognized and mitigated. In […]
Jack Harari Certified to Teach Continuing Education Courses
Congratulations to firm Partner Jack Harari, who recently achieved his certification to teach continuing education courses from Governor Cuomo’s Bureau of Educational Standards. In the future, he will be teaching seminars to Real Estate brokers on a variety of topics relevant to the profession. If you are a broker and have ideas for topics to […]