When buying or selling a home, one of the most important steps in the process is the appraisal. Many people know it’s required by the bank, but few fully understand how it works and why it matters, especially in areas as diverse as Westchester County, the Bronx, and Queens. An appraisal is essentially an unbiased […]

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Yonkers, White Plains, New Rochelle, Scarsdale, or even nearby counties like Rockland or Putnam, understanding how agents get paid in our area can make a real difference to your bottom line. What’s the Typical Commission Structure? In this region, like much of New York, the total real […]

If you live in Westchester County, whether in Scarsdale, Rye, Bronxville, White Plains, Yonkers, or New Rochelle, you already know that property taxes can be some of the highest in the nation. Many buyers and homeowners often ask: are these real estate taxes deductible? The answer is yes, but with important limitations. Federal Deduction Rules […]

If you’ve ever thought about buying or selling a home in Westchester County, you’ve probably come across real estate agents everywhere, from yard signs in White Plains to open houses in Yonkers or Scarsdale. But what exactly do real estate agents do, and how do they help people navigate the market? At the core, real […]