Condos, Co-ops, Cond-ops…Any Questions?

January 21, 2014

As you begin your hunt for a place to call home here in New York City, you might need a brush-up course in the differences between co-ops, condos, and cond-ops. The following short article from Curbed may answer some of the more common questions. Click Here for Curbed Article Of course, if you have other […]

Expiring Tax Breaks for Real Estate Investors

Real estate investors might be interested in the information recently provided by a 1031 Exchange Agent unaffiliated with our firm. Check out the changes in their newsletter: First American Exchange Company Newsletter

New Mortgage Lending Rules Go Into Effect

January 13, 2014

Prospective purchasers looking to obtain financing should be aware of the new mortgage lending rules that just went into effect. An easy to understand article on the topic can be found at: Article: CNNMoney-New Mortgage Lending Rules

Changes to Offering Plan Escrow Regulations

January 10, 2014

As a participant in a new public offering of interests in a condominium, it is important to understand the recent changes to escrow regulations which went into effect on March 1, 2013.  The amendment to the escrow regulations will have an effect on both new offering plans as well as on some existing offering plans. […]

Changes to Yonkers Real Property Transfer Tax

December 14, 2013

Are you familiar with the recent amendments to the City of Yonkers City Code, which have altered the payment schedule for real property transfer taxes?  As a resident of Yonkers looking to sell you current property, or as an individual looking to purchase property in Yonkers, it is important to know that all transfer taxes […]

First NYC Co-Op?

November 11, 2013

Are you looking into purchasing your first co-op here in New York City?  The process can definitely be quite daunting and complicated for those who have never done it before, and many questions can arise from start to finish. Take a look at this article from Curbed that will help provide you with a basic […]

WH Firm Hosts Title Insurance Update Seminar

April 2, 2013

Weidenbaum & Harari, LLP recently hosted TitleVest, one of the leading providers of title insurance throughout the nation, in our Manhattan office. They interacted with our attorneys and staff through a presentation of  recent developments in title insurance field.  This presentation continues to keep our office up to date  on the most recent developments in […]