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NAVIGATING THE NEW YORK MORTGAGE MAZE

April 15,2024 | By Sovereign Associates
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By Laura Boccardo of Sovereign Associates Inc. Are you dreaming of owning a slice of the Big Apple? Securing a mortgage in New York City can seem daunting but fear not! With the proper knowledge and preparation, Sovereign Associates can turn your homeownership dreams into reality. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, these top ten tips will guide you through getting a m...

WE ARE LOCAL

April 1,2024 | By Sovereign Associates
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By Julianna Meluzio of Sovereign Associates Inc. Uptown is one of the last frontiers of the "real" New York. We are rich with culture, delicious food, Mom & Pop shops, and gorgeous parks. But our secret is out, and we are now growing pretty quickly. However, that sense of community continues to be of the utmost importance to many of the clients and locals I speak with, both old an...

MOVING DAY

March 25,2024 | By Sovereign Associates
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Moving can be a very stressful experience with all the expenses, packing, and unpacking that comes with it. However, imagine having to do all of this with thousands of other people on the same day. This was the case in mid-18th century New York City when every lease, both residential and commercial, expired all at once on May 1st. This annual event, known as Moving Day, caused chaos in the city as...

TAILOR MADE FOR ROOMMATES: 5 POPULAR BILL SHARING APPS WORTH CHECKING OUT

March 18,2024 | By Sovereign Associates
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By Kim Williams of Sovereign Associates Inc. Living with roommates can be a blast, but the financial side can sometimes get tricky. Thankfully, bill-splitting apps are here to save the day, making it easy to divide expenses and avoid headaches. These apps can help you keep track of shared subscriptions and bills, ensuring that everyone pays their fair share. When choosing any app, it is esse...

THE POWER OF LISTS

March 11,2024 | By Sovereign Associates
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By Annie Hawkins of Sovereign Associates, Inc Making lists regarding your apartment search may seem nerdy and boring, but they can help you home in on getting the apartment that will work best for you. Make a note of every apartment you see during your search, including the apartment number and building address. You may even want to take a quic

THE NYC HOUSING MARKET

March 2,2024 | By Sovereign Associates
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By Greg Healy of Sovereign Associates There was and is very little that could be considered “good” about Covid. I won’t get into the myriad of things that were not good. What I will get into is that Covid proved beyond any doubt that supply and demand, the basic tenants of business, can work in New York City Housing. Why do I say this? Covid arrived in our city, and ma...

YOU HAVE BEEN APPROVED FOR AN APARTMENT, NOW WHAT?

February 19,2024 | By Sovereign Associates
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By Kim Williams of Sovereign Associates You've been approved for an apartment. Now what? Let's look at a few of the questions that can arise. 1. Leases in New York generally start on the 1st of the month, aligning with the standard 1st of the month rent payment schedule. However, what if my lease does not start on the 1st? Suppose my lease begins halfway through the month on the 15...