Monthly Archives: June 2026
Power of Attorney and Health Care Directives: Essential Tools for New Yorkers
At Yeung & Associates, PLLC, we talk to a lot of people who have put off planning for the unexpected simply because they do not know where to start. Two of the most important documents any adult can have in place are a Power of Attorney and a Health Care Directive. They are not… Read More »
Tax and Legal Considerations of Gifting Property in Brooklyn
At Yeung & Associates, PLLC, we work with homeowners and families across Brooklyn who want to pass property on to the people they love, often without fully realizing the legal and tax implications that come along with it. Gifting real estate sounds simple on the surface, but there are several important factors to understand… Read More »
Understanding Co-Op vs. Condo Laws: What Every Buyer Should Know
At Yeung & Associates, PLLC, we regularly work with buyers who come to us excited about a property only to realize mid-transaction that they did not fully understand what they were actually purchasing. In Brooklyn’s real estate market, the difference between buying a co-op and buying a condo is not just a matter of… Read More »
Avoiding Probate When Selling or Inheriting Property in New York
At Yeung & Associates, PLLC, we often hear from families who are dealing with the loss of a loved one while simultaneously trying to figure out what happens to their home. It is a stressful combination, and the process becomes significantly more complicated when the estate has to go through probate. Understanding how probate… Read More »
Trusts for Real Estate: Protecting Your Brooklyn Property for Future Generations
If you own property in Brooklyn, you already know what a significant investment it represents. Whether it is a brownstone in Park Slope, a multi-family home in Flatbush, or a condo in Williamsburg, real estate here carries both financial and personal weight. For many families, it is the most valuable thing they own and… Read More »
Understanding Property Tax Assessments in NYC and How to Challenge Them
If you own property in New York City, your property tax bill is one of the most significant ongoing costs you face. Yet many owners pay that bill year after year without ever questioning whether the number is actually correct. The truth is that property tax assessments in NYC are frequently inaccurate, and owners… Read More »