Monthly Archives: May 2026
The Legal Checklist for Buying a Brownstone in Brooklyn
Buying a brownstone in Brooklyn is one of the most exciting purchases a person can make. These homes carry history, character, and real long-term value. But they also come with a layer of legal complexity that goes well beyond a typical real estate transaction. Between title issues, zoning considerations, and the peculiarities of older… Read More »
The Top Estate Planning Mistakes That Can Cost Your Family Thousands
Estate planning is one of those things most people know they should do but keep putting off. Life gets busy, the topic feels uncomfortable, and it is easy to assume there will be time to deal with it later. But the cost of waiting, or of doing it halfway, can fall squarely on the… Read More »
How Real Estate Investments Fit Into Your Estate Plan
Real estate is one of the most common ways people in New York build wealth, and for good reason. Property tends to appreciate over time, it can generate rental income, and it is something tangible that families can hold onto across generations. But owning investment property also adds a layer of complexity to your… Read More »
Who Really Owns the Property? Resolving Ownership Conflicts in New York
When you purchase property, you are not just buying a physical structure. You are buying a chain of legal ownership that stretches back through every prior owner, transaction, and transfer in that property’s history. Most of the time, that chain is clean and the closing goes smoothly. But sometimes it is not, and when… Read More »
Do I Need a Pour-Over Will If I Have a New York Living Trust?
A revocable living trust allows you to transfer assets to family members and other beneficiaries outside of the normal New York probate process. This is because assets placed in trust during your lifetime are not considered part of your probate estate, i.e., the property that passes under your will. That said, even if you… Read More »
Making Your Intentions Clear in a New York Will
Creating a last will and testament is not difficult. But it does require attention to detail. For example, if you decide to leave a specific item of property, particularly real estate, to a beneficiary, it is critical to precisely describe that property so as to leave no doubt as to your meaning. Many times… Read More »