Eirik’s Leap Into 2016
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. ~ Walt Disney
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Leaping Into 2016!
Happy New Year and thank you for subscribing, reading and supporting Unreal Estate in 2015! I wish you and those you love a happy and healthy New Year, and a 2016 filled with achievement, empowerment and ownership. 2015 was a tremendous year of growth and discovery. After nearly a decade with Cooper & Cooper Real Estate I […]
Purchasing an Apartment in New York City, Part 4: Beer-Wine-Champagne
Welcome back to Part 4 of Purchasing an Apartment in New York City. The goal of this series is to help home buyers formulate a sound game plan to successfully purchase an apartment in NYC. In this installment, I will focus on the first of three major milestones in the purchase process – an Accepted […]
Don’t TRID On Me: New Mortgage Regulations Further Highlight the Importance of Hiring a Great Real Estate Attorney
On October 3rd, 2015 a new federal consumer disclosure law will go into effect significantly changing the way mortgage lenders disclose the closing costs, conditions and terms of mortgage loans. The new disclosure is TRID, which stands for TILA (Truth-In-Lending Act) RESPA (Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act) Integrated Disclosure. As a huge fan of transparency […]
Leaping Forward And Looking Back: An Important Announcement From Eirik At Unreal Estate
For the last two years I have used my blog as a way to educate my readers on various facets of New York City Real Estate. However, today I use it for a much more personal purpose. At the end of this month, I will be leaving Cooper & Cooper Real Estate to pursue the next big step in my life and career. Before I address where I am going and what I plan to do, I think it is appropriate to address where I’ve come from and what I have done.
Purchasing An Apartment In New York City, Part 1: Put Me In Coach!…Am I Ready To Play?
Originally posted on The Ever Upward BLOG:
I recently had a good friend ask if it was OK to “pick my brain” about buying an apartment in NYC. He was concerned that he was wasting my time, and didn’t want to take too much of my morning. I told him, regardless of whether you purchase in…
Queens Drag: Is the Real Estate Community in Queens Representing Their Owners or Their Own Interests?
Originally posted on The Ever Upward BLOG:
I have been a resident of Queens for the past 13 years and a co-op owner in Jackson Heights for the last 6. It’s a wonderfully diverse, vibrant community, and I love being a part of it! Unfortunately, most homebuyers will never know this, due to the business practices…
Breaking Down Broker’s Fees In NYC: Knowledge Is Power
On a daily basis, I come into contact with clients who simply accept the notion that it is okay for a real estate professional to dodge the question, “What is your broker’s fee?” If you have ever used a broker in NYC, you have likely gotten this two word response; “It depends.” So, how do you outsmart the broker who dodges the question regarding fee?
Happy 4th of July From Unreal Estate!
Happy Birthday USA! Although we have a long way to go, there is much to be proud of and many strides to celebrate this year. May we always remember our commitment to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for ALL. With Gratitude, Eirik
Decoding Real Estate Ads: A Helpful Glossary of Terms
Every once in a while we need to poke a little fun at ourselves and our industry. This is especially true in stressful world of New York City real estate. Agents often act as Copywriter, Editor, and Designer for their own advertisements, resulting in extremely creative descriptions and interesting new “buzz words” or “catch phrases” […]
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