By Robert DeFalco On July 24, 2025 What Does Active Under Contract Mean in Real Estate? (Complete Guide 2025) Bottom Line Up Front: Active under contract means a seller has accepted an offer but the home remains available for… Continue reading “What Does Active Under Contract Mean in Real Estate? (Complete Guide 2025)”
By Robert DeFalco On July 23, 2025 The Complete Guide to the Best Schools in Staten Island: 2025 Parent’s Guide Bottom Line Up Front: Staten Island offers exceptional educational opportunities through top-rated public schools like P.S. 5 Huguenot (10/10 rating),… Continue reading “The Complete Guide to the Best Schools in Staten Island: 2025 Parent’s Guide”
By Robert DeFalco On July 22, 2025 Off Market Listing Meaning: Complete Guide for Staten Island & NYC Buyers/Investors [2025] Bottom Line Up Front: An off-market listing is a property for sale that isn’t publicly advertised on the Multiple Listing… Continue reading “Off Market Listing Meaning: Complete Guide for Staten Island & NYC Buyers/Investors [2025]”
By Robert DeFalco On July 21, 2025 EIK Meaning Real Estate: Your Complete Guide to Eat-In Kitchens [2025] TL;DR: EIK stands for “Eat-In Kitchen” in real estate advertising – a kitchen space large enough to accommodate a dining… Continue reading “EIK Meaning Real Estate: Your Complete Guide to Eat-In Kitchens [2025]”
By Robert DeFalco On July 18, 2025 Co-op Sublet Policy NYC: Complete Guide to Board Approvals, Fees & Requirements Bottom Line Up Front: NYC co-op sublet policies vary significantly by building, but most require 1-2 years initial residency, board… Continue reading “Co-op Sublet Policy NYC: Complete Guide to Board Approvals, Fees & Requirements”
By Robert DeFalco On July 17, 2025 NYC Co-op Flip Tax: Complete Guide to Rates, Payment & Negotiation [2025] Buying or selling a co-op in NYC? The flip tax might be your biggest surprise closing cost. Based on analysis… Continue reading “NYC Co-op Flip Tax: Complete Guide to Rates, Payment & Negotiation [2025]”
By Robert DeFalco On July 16, 2025 Trustee Meaning Real Estate: Complete Guide to Probate, Foreclosure & Deed of Trust Roles (2025) When dealing with real estate matters, understanding the role of a trustee is crucial for property owners, beneficiaries, and professionals… Continue reading “Trustee Meaning Real Estate: Complete Guide to Probate, Foreclosure & Deed of Trust Roles (2025)”
By Robert DeFalco On July 15, 2025 Your Complete Guide to Certificate of Occupancy in NYC: ACRIS Lookup, Violations & Solutions [2025] When Sarah thought she’d found the perfect Brooklyn brownstone for her growing family, she was devastated to discover during the… Continue reading “Your Complete Guide to Certificate of Occupancy in NYC: ACRIS Lookup, Violations & Solutions [2025]”
By Robert DeFalco On July 14, 2025 Right of First Refusal in Real Estate: The Ultimate Guide [2025] Table of Contents What is a Right of First Refusal in Real Estate? Key Elements of a Valid ROFR How… Continue reading “Right of First Refusal in Real Estate: The Ultimate Guide [2025]”
By Robert DeFalco On July 11, 2025 Colonial Style Houses in NJ – Features & Costs A colonial style house in New Jersey is a symmetrical, two-story home that currently costs about $450k–$1.1M depending on county… Continue reading “Colonial Style Houses in NJ – Features & Costs”