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What to Do After You’re In Contract

Let’s discuss what to do once your home is in contract to prep for a seamless closing.As a…

How to Ace Your NYC Co-op Board Interview

 Let’s talk about how to ace the board interview and prep for closing.A few weeks after submission of…

From Contract to Co-op Board Approval

The most important thing to realize about having our offer accepted by the seller for a New York…

What to Do After Your Offer Is Accepted …

The most important thing to realize about having our offer accepted by the seller for a New York…

From Contract Out to Contract Signed in NYC …

Now that we’ve negotiated an accepted offer with our buyer, I’ll send a copy of the deal sheet…

How to Make a Strong Opening Offer in …

A buyer should have this goal in mind when making an opening offer to a seller in New…

How to Price & Negotiate Your NYC Home …

Here are three factors sellers want to keep in mind when pricing and negotiating: your home’s ideal buyer,…

How to Choose Your Buyer’s Agent

If you want a competitive advantage in your home search, begin the process by choosing an experienced, skilled…

How to Disclose Home Liabilities Without Scaring Away …

Every home in New York City is unique. Even in the same building along the same line, each…

How Long Will My NYC Home Purchase Take?

Let’s talk about what timeline you should expect from the moment you begin your search to when you…

Why Every NYC Home Listing Needs Professional Video

Over the past few years, video marketing has come to take on a fundamentally larger role in how…

Which Home Upgrades Add the Most Value When …

When prepping to sell your home, we want to take advantage of opportunities to add value, while avoiding…

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let’s break it down ⬇️
🔹 15 homes in 2 months = avg search time
🔹 2 weeks = due diligence + contract
🔹 3 weeks = mortgage commitment
🔹 3 weeks = board approval + interview
🔹 2-3 weeks = post-approval to closing

💰 cash buyers? expect to close way faster.
🧠 want to stay on schedule? have your team before you fall in love with a listing.

#jacobwoodre #nycrealestate #homebuyerhelp #realestatetimeline 1 📅 how long does it take to buy a home in nyc? let’s break it down ⬇️ 🔹 15 homes in 2 months = avg search time 🔹 2 weeks = due diligence + contract 🔹 3 weeks = mortgage commitment 🔹 3 weeks = board approval + interview 🔹 2-3 weeks = post-approval to closing 💰 cash buyers? expect to close way faster. 🧠 want to stay on … ✅ Manhattan Luxury Report: August 4 – August 10

The market bounced back with 22 contracts signed at $4M+, up 13 from the previous week.
🏢 Condos led the way (16–2 over co-ops) with 4 townhouses in the mix.

#jacobwoodre #nycrealestate #luxuryrealestate #marketupdate #manhattanhomes #centralparkviews ✅ Manhattan Luxury Report: August 4 – August 10 The market bounced back with 22 contracts signed at $4M+, up 13 from the previous week. 🏢 Condos led the way (16–2 over co-ops) with 4 townhouses in the mix. #jacobwoodre #nycrealestate #luxuryrealestate #marketupdate #manhattanhomes #centralparkviews 🎨 thinking of selling your nyc home? these are the upgrades that actually add value:

🔹 fresh paint = instant ROI (think neutral, modern tones)
🔹 refinish hardwood floors 🪵
🔹 minor kitchen + bath updates go a long way
🔹 handyman fixes = huge buyer confidence
🔹 skip the full reno—buyers will do it their way anyway

aesthetic + function = faster, better offers 💼

#jacobwoodre #nycrealestate #realestateguide #nycproperty 🎨 thinking of selling your nyc home? these are the upgrades that actually add value: 🔹 fresh paint = instant ROI (think neutral, modern tones) 🔹 refinish hardwood floors 🪵 🔹 minor kitchen + bath updates go a long way 🔹 handyman fixes = huge buyer confidence 🔹 skip the full reno—buyers will do it their way anyway aest… 💸 should you rent or buy in nyc?

here’s the truth: financially, renting can make more sense short term. but that’s not the full story.

🔹 rent = lower monthly cost now
🔹 buying = stability, equity, & freedom
🔹 rent hikes average 5%/year
🔹 no more management drama or lease roulette 🏙️
🔹 your space, your rules

it’s not just a money move—it’s a lifestyle choice.

#jacobwoodre #nycrealestate #homebuyerhelp #realestateguide 💸 should you rent or buy in nyc? here’s the truth: financially, renting can make more sense short term. but that’s not the full story. 🔹 rent = lower monthly cost now 🔹 buying = stability, equity, & freedom 🔹 rent hikes average 5%/year 🔹 no more management drama or lease roulette 🏙️ 🔹 your space, your rules it’s not…
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jacobwoodre ✨ Pre-war charm meets West Village lifestyle ✨ This 1-bed stunner has preserved hardwoods, exposed iron beams, over 9 ft ceilings, and more space than you’ll find anywhere in the neighborhood at this price. Renovated kitchen, in-unit laundry, sunny rooms, and a prime location just steps to Hudson River Park & all trains. DM me to see it! #westvillage #nycrealestate #justlisted #nycapartment #prewar #jacobwoodre
jacobwoodre 📅 how long does it take to buy a home in nyc? let’s break it down ⬇️ 🔹 15 homes in 2 months = avg search time 🔹 2 weeks = due diligence + contract 🔹 3 weeks = mortgage commitment 🔹 3 weeks = board approval + interview 🔹 2-3 weeks = post-approval to closing 💰 cash buyers? expect to close way faster. 🧠 want to stay on schedule? have your team before you fall in love with a listing. #jacobwoodre #nycrealestate #homebuyerhelp #realestatetimeline
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jacobwoodre ✅ Manhattan Luxury Report: August 4 – August 10 The market bounced back with 22 contracts signed at $4M+, up 13 from the previous week. 🏢 Condos led the way (16–2 over co-ops) with 4 townhouses in the mix. #jacobwoodre #nycrealestate #luxuryrealestate #marketupdate #manhattanhomes #centralparkviews
jacobwoodre 🎨 thinking of selling your nyc home? these are the upgrades that actually add value: 🔹 fresh paint = instant ROI (think neutral, modern tones) 🔹 refinish hardwood floors 🪵 🔹 minor kitchen + bath updates go a long way 🔹 handyman fixes = huge buyer confidence 🔹 skip the full reno—buyers will do it their way anyway aesthetic + function = faster, better offers 💼 #jacobwoodre #nycrealestate #realestateguide #nycproperty
jacobwoodre 💸 should you rent or buy in nyc? here’s the truth: financially, renting can make more sense short term. but that’s not the full story. 🔹 rent = lower monthly cost now 🔹 buying = stability, equity, & freedom 🔹 rent hikes average 5%/year 🔹 no more management drama or lease roulette 🏙️ 🔹 your space, your rules it’s not just a money move—it’s a lifestyle choice. #jacobwoodre #nycrealestate #homebuyerhelp #realestateguide