Plain-English, step-by-step guides to residential transactions in New York, written by the Real Estate & Closings practice group of Rausa Russo Law, PLLC. The firm represents buyers and sellers of houses, co-ops, and condominiums throughout New York State. Local customs, forms, and costs vary by county and region, so use these guides as a map and talk with an attorney about your own transaction.
Offer to closing: the contract and the Statute of Frauds, “time of the essence,” co-op vs. condo vs. house, buyer-side closing costs, title insurance, wire-fraud protection, and the STAR credit.
Listing to closing: the contract, the Property Condition Disclosure Statement after the 2024 changes, the buyer’s mortgage and inspections, title issues, the seller-side transfer tax, and co-op and condo sales.
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