The latest episode of my podcast has been released Lending in Manhattan - Revisited and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com 

In this episode we discuss the differences in agency lending and portfolio lending and how this can impact your ability to find a lending situation that works. This will be our final episode for this season and will break for the end of spring and the summer while we work on some new episodes. Later this year we will have some real interesting episodes such as how modern-day Santa Claus ties into Harlem history, conversations around the Apollo Theater, stories around how City College lured high schoolers away from accepting admission to Harvard and so much more. 

In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.

Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.

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Often buyers know what they want, but have a hard time trying to define it. As agents, it's our job to extract this from our clients. The process involves creativity and sometimes suggesting properties that might not be a good fit- but may have elements that evoke a reaction that allows us to extract feedback to help tailor the search looking forward. This episode will discuss this process and more. 

Recorded in the winter, we do a walking tour and discussion of St. Nicholas Park. 

The latest episode of my podcast has been released – A Closer Look at the Hamilton Palace Theater and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com 

In this episode we discuss the history of the Hamilton Palace Theater in Hamilton Heights. It was originally built to be a vaudeville theater – but has served many other lives in the past 100+ years. 

In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.

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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Demystifying Title Insurance with special guest Berto Antuñano and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com 

Berto Antuñano is the Executive Managing Director, Langdon Title and Education Coordinator for First Class Education- a continuing education program for agents and real estate brokers. Berto’s bio and contact info can be found at https://langdontitle.com/staff/berto-antunano/ .

In this episode, a few of the topics we discuss:

·       What is Title Insurance and why do I need it?

·       How much does Title Insurance cost?

·       Does Title Insurance apply to Co-op’s?

·       And so much more!!!

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Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.

The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Townhouse Renovations: One Man’s Experience with special guest Berto Antuñano and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com 

Berto Antuñano is the Executive Managing Director, Langdon Title and Education Coordinator for First Class Education- a continuing education program for agents and real estate brokers. 

In this episode, a few of the topics we discuss:

·       Use of an Architect vs. just using a contractor- and even though the up front cost might be more for an Architect, it can be the smarter move

·       The financing process that was used

·       Approximate costs for the renovation with all the bells and whistles- plus the amount of time that it took to complete the renovation.

·       Examples of challenges during the renovation

Berto’s renovation can be seen on his Instagram account- https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17931575917607809/?hl=en 

In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.

Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.

The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Structuring a Successful Offer which can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com 

In this episode I discuss what makes an offer stronger – without necessary adding more to the price. While every situation is different, an approach to an offer might be different based on whether the home is a condo, co-op or townhouse. I have successfully overcome multiple bidding situations while not offering the highest price in several different situations. Further even in a cooler market, how an offer is presented can and often does make a difference. Subject Matter Expertise also makes a difference- whether it’s experience with income restricted co-op’s, condos with a large percentage of sponsor units, or just understanding a buyers situation combined with a particular co-op.

In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.

Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.

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All about washer & dryer installation issues that need to be considered:  
 
 1. Wet over Wet rule
 2. Appliances on the Plumbing Line
 3. Suds Zone
 
 The risks of having leaks. Line pressure and plumbing back-ups. 

The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Understanding HDFC Income Restricted Co-op’s and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com 

In this episode I discuss how How HDFC Co-op’s came about, some of the challenges of purchasing in these buildings, the income restrictions, and financing challenges. 

In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories. Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.

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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – A Deeper Look Into Manhattanville and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com 

In this episode I discuss some of the history of Manhattanville, Columbia University’s $6-$7 campus expansion, The new Manhattanville Factory District and the south portion of the City College campus. 

In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.

Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.

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