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08/25/2026

08/17/2026

08/12/2026

NYC Buyers Pay 2 to 5% in Closing Costs

From mansion tax to mortgage recording tax, NYC closing costs add up fast.

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08/07/2026

NYC Transfer Tax: Know Who Pays at Closing

Sellers typically owe NYC RPTT and NYS base transfer tax, but contract terms or exemptions can shift costs. Review your deal before closing.

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08/03/2026

NYC Closing Costs Can Reach 6% of Purchase Price

Manhattan investment buyers face mansion tax up to 3.9% and mortgage recording tax up to 2.175%.

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07/31/2026

NYC Co-op Leases Expire After 99 Years

Leases under 30 years remaining can block financing and hurt resale value. Review your proprietary lease with an attorney before you buy.

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07/29/2026

Foreign Sellers Face 15% Withholding in NYC

FIRPTA requires buyers to withhold up to 15% of the sale price when a foreign person sells U.S. real estate. Know your exemptions before closing.

Read more: https://sishodia.com/what-is-firpta-foreign-investment-in-real-property-tax-act/

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