“Diving” Into Legal Issues Related to Swimming Pools in New York Over the years we have encountered many New York homeowners who have become “bogged down” with swimming pool issues. Whether […] Read more
Oil Tanks, Radon and Mold, Oh My! In the Wizard of Oz, Dorothy is tasked with overcoming numerous obstacles on the Yellow Brick Road on her quest […] Read more
Understanding the New York State Conservation Easement Tax Credit New York landowners may consider encumbering their land with a Conservation Easement to reduce their tax liability. However, as detailed […] Read more
Five Quick Tips for Listing Agents When the Seller is an Estate Here are a few quick tips that can help the listing agent ensure a smooth closing when the Seller is […] Read more
5 Documents to Send to Your Lawyer Before Selling Real Property An experienced listing agent understands how much work is required simply to have the MLS listing go live. Information gathering, […] Read more
The Legal Outlook for 2023 For many people, 2022 yielded a new “normal.” While dreaded pandemic lock downs fortunately did not recur, many businesses grappled […] Read more
Dispelling Myths About “On or About” Closing Dates in New York In New York, most closing dates are fungible. The contract will typically state that the closing shall occur “on or […] Read more
Residential Post-Closing Possession Agreements Post-closing possession agreements seem to be more popular than ever. The agreements offer the Seller flexibility to relocate and allow […] Read more
Facilitating Residential Contract Execution in a Strong Seller’s Market Due in large part to high demand and low inventory, the residential real estate market in New York remains extremely […] Read more
Part 30*: How Long Does It Typically Take to Close a Residential Contract of Sale in New York? Although every deal is different, most residential deals close between 60-90 days after the Contract is signed. This allows the […] Read more