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State Preserves Veil of Secrecy for Wealthy Condo Buyers
November 11, 2019
In a reversal, state will allow anonymous LLCs to purchase condos.
Is It a “Sin” to Tax the Rich?
November 06, 2019
Proposed yearly pied-a-terre tax on rich homebuyers is revived.
New Tenant Protections Could Pinch Co-op Sales
November 04, 2019
Cap on deposits presents a hurdle for marginal buyers.
Gas Shutdown Can Kill Co-op Apartment Sales
October 23, 2019
Price cut or cash offer could still fail to close the deal.
No More Secret Buyers of Luxury Condos in New York City
October 10, 2019
New state law lifts veil of secrecy that protected LLC purchasers.
Posh Co-op Boards to Ousted WeWork Boss: Fugheddaboutit
October 09, 2019
Don’t even think about trying to buy here, Fifth Avenue boards tell billionaire.
Co-op and Condo Sales Worst Since the Great Recession
October 07, 2019
Number and price of third quarter sales fell by 14 percent from a year ago.
Extell Offers "Rent-to-Own" at Luxury One Manhattan Square
October 03, 2019
Lower East Side condo tower’s new perk is a sign of the soft market.
“5-Star” Rehab Facility May Be Coming to Billionaires’ Row
September 30, 2019
Failed condo conversion could become site of deluxe rehab and detox.
Even Iconic Co-ops Are Joining the Amenities Race
September 25, 2019
The Dakota, in response to the glut of condo amenities, has added a gym.
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