Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Understanding how the term “as is” applies in a real estate closing transaction can eliminate any room for interpretation and assure that all parties involved have their understandings in complete alignment.
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By Anthony A. Nozzolillo, Esq.
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8/5/26
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A Merrick attorney explains slip-and-fall risks, liability, and what steps to take after an incident during winter conditions.
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By Abbey Salvemini
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4/15/26
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Inheriting a home or investment property may feel thrilling at first. But problems often pop up when family members can’t agree on what to do with the property, especially when money is tight or everyone has different plans.
One owner may want to sell the house while the other wants to stay. One owner may not be able to afford their share of the mortgage or taxes anymore. Or perhaps siblings inherit a parent’s home, and one wants to live there while the others already have their own homes and can’t afford to chip in.
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Tara Jones
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12/5/25
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One of the most common questions people ask when exploring homeownership is: What’s the difference between owning a condo and owning a co-op?
When you buy a condominium, you’re buying real estate. You get a deed with your name on it, and you own that specific unit outright—just like owning a house, except it’s part of a larger building.
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Tara Jones
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10/16/25
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Buying or selling a home comes with a lot of terms and steps that seem straightforward—things like the property address, the buyer and seller, the purchase price, the closing date, and whether you’re taking out a mortgage.
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Tara Jones
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9/8/25
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We often hear stories about homeowners who got their lenders to agree to a short sale and think, “Wow, they must have really gotten a good deal!” But the reality is a bit more complicated—and not necessarily in the homeowner’s favor.
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Tara Jones
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3/27/25
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When buying a home and a mortgage is needed to do so, understanding the mortgage contingency in any contract is critical for both the home’s buyer and seller.
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11/21/24
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Lease Agreement vs. License Agreement: A commercial landlord’s possible safe haven in New York State
In almost every commercial property arrangement, the categorization between the Owner and Renter is that of Landlord and Tenant through a Lease Agreement.
However, this categorization can put …
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10/23/24
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What does your deed say regarding what happens to your property interest should you pass?
In New York State, the way in which you "hold title” to real property with someone else, including …
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7/24/24
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Life can come at you fast—from every different angle, every single day—and if you aren’t prepared should something happen to you, it can affect those you love and take care of.
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5/24/24
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