by Sara Stanich | Aug 2, 2016 | Planning, Real Estate
“Should I buy a weekend place *outside* the city?” is a question I get all the time. Many couples (and singletons!) find that buying in Manhattan or Brooklyn is financially out of reach, but a place in the Catskills, the Jersey Shore, or the North Fork is...
by Sara Stanich | Feb 20, 2014 | Real Estate, Taxes
This is the seventh post in my “Taxes for Your Family” series. There is a lot of confusion about the tax benefits of owning a home. But what are they? Itemize Deductions There are several deductions available to homeowners who itemize on their tax return: You can...
by Sara Stanich | Feb 5, 2014 | Investing, Real Estate
Guest Post By Diana Fishlock A great vacation often sparks dreams of owning a getaway home. It seems perfect after that beautiful week near the ocean or the mountains with no responsibilities. It may also seem like a retirement option or a good investment of time and...
by Sara Stanich | Feb 28, 2013 | Investing, Planning, Real Estate
The process of buying a home in the city is daunting, to say the least. Beyond the financial aspects, you may need to prepare for the dreaded co-op board interview. I bought and sold a co-op years ago, but was also turned down once by a co-op board back in the day. ...
by Sara Stanich | Nov 12, 2012 | Investing, Real Estate
Condominiums are everywhere, but apartment “co-operatives” are mainly an NYC thing. These two forms of ownership appear similar, but there are important differences between them that can affect the price of the unit, the process of buying and selling, and even your...
by Sara Stanich | Oct 8, 2012 | Cash Flow, Divorce, Real Estate
This is the eighth post in my “Divorce & Your Money” series. “Who gets the house?” is the biggest question for many divorces. Your Options Your answer comes down to three options: Sell it now. The couple could agree to put the house or apartment on the market,...
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