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Mortgage Contingency Clause- The Lifebuoy For Buyers in a Contract of Sale

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What is a Mortgage Contingency Clause in a Contract of Sale and Why is it Important For Buyers? A mortgage contingency clause in a Contract of Sale allows the buyer to withdraw from the agreement without financial penalty if they are unable to secure a mortgage loan under specified terms and conditions. A mortgage contingency […]

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What is Title Insurance and Do I Need It?

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What is Title Insurance and Do I Need It? Purchasing a home is usually the biggest investment one will ever make. It is crucial to protect your investment with a peace of mind that comes with purchasing title insurance.  Title insurance is not to be confused with homeowner’s insurance. Homeowner’s insurance protects against loss from […]

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Understanding Transfer Taxes in New York

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Understanding Transfer Taxes in New York Prices for real estate in New York City have always been higher than most of the country. Even in the past few years, the real estate market in the five boroughs has been soaring. The higher the price, the higher the closing costs. For this reason, it is important […]

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FAQ: May I Transfer Property That Has an Existing Mortgage?

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FAQ: May I transfer property that has an existing mortgage? In a real estate closing involving financing, among the various documents being signed, the purchaser/borrower signs two important bank documents, namely, the mortgage and a promissory note. The mortgage is a document that grants the bank a security interest in your home in lieu of […]

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The Benefits of Making a Larger Down Payment When Purchasing a Home

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The Benefits of Making a Larger Down Payment when Purchasing a Home Generally, when purchasing a home in NY, buyers provide the seller’s attorney ten percent (10%) of the contract price as a deposit on the home to be held in escrow until closing. The buyer will finance eighty percent (80%) of the contract price […]

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