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  • Sales
    Why buy a co-op vs condo?
    Updated over 12 years ago
    I know that this topic has been covered many times already... but here goes. If you can afford it, why would anyone buy a co-op compared to a slightly smaller condo....
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  • Renovation
    Sagging floors in an old townhouse
    Updated over 12 years ago
    I was thinking of replacing tiles on the top floor of 1898 townhouse and after speaking with contractors he pointed out a lot of work would be required to level...
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  • Neighborhoods
    LIC continues to shine!
    Updated over 12 years ago
    Progress had moved at a snail%u2019s pace since the late %u201990s here in western Queens, but suddenly it has picked up. Today, travel the 15-block stretch of Vernon...
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  • Sales
    Asking price dropped before signing contract
    Updated over 12 years ago
    I'm almost ready to sign the contract and I noticed that the asking price for the apartment dropped 20K to the level where my offer is. Should I review the offer and...
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  • Rentals
    Bond NYC
    Updated over 12 years ago
    Has anyone worked with Bond? We had an appt with them on Saturday. They were condescending, said our budget was too low, and proceeded to take us to view 3...
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  • Sales
    "The Sofia" building: 43 W. 61st St.
    Updated over 12 years ago
    Hi, I'm going to an Open House for an apartment in this building. Does anyone currently live in this building or know anything about it? I'd love any...
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  • Sales
    Driving to the Hamptons
    Updated over 12 years ago
    Hello - Can anyone give me some inisght on the traffic at the more crowded times? Is it more crowded if one leaves at 4 pm or at 6 pm on a Friday evening? Is 6 still...
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