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Addabbo & Greenberg Law Firm

Addabbo & Greenberg takes the mystery out of buying and selling commercial and residential real estate. We want your real estate experience to be exciting and rewarding. We will help you maximize your return and minimize your risk. At Addabbo & Greenberg, your real estate closing will be handled by an experienced real estate attorney not a paralegal. We advise individuals and businesses in the process of buying and selling real estate. We perform all tasks necessary to effectuate your transaction and help reduce the risks inherent in real estate transactions. Our clients include major financial institutions such as Citibank, HSBC, Bank of America, The Bank of New York and many other local lending institutions. Residential Real Estate Whether you are buying your first home, trading up to a larger home, buying a second home or selling an empty nest, the lawyers at Addabbo & Greenberg help maximize your return and minimize your risk. Our Residential Real Estate Practice involves: Purchase Sale Transfers Refinance Single Family Multiple Family Co-Ops Condos Commercial Real Estate Whether you are purchasing or leasing commercial space, we help you negotiate the best deal possible. We also assist clients with development, land use and zoning issues. Our Commercial Real Estate Practice involves: Review and preparation of Purchase and Sale Agreement. Preparation and Analysis of Commercial Leases. Review and Analysis of Financial Arrangement. Title, Judgment and Lien Searches. Development.
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FOR THE SELLER

Own Attorney

$1,850 - $2,500

Stock Transfer Stamps

$.05 per share

NYC Real Property Transfer Tax

1% of purchase price if $500,000 or less of the entire amount

1.425% of purchase price if over $500,000 of the entire amount

NYS Transfer Tax

.4% (.004) of purchase price

UCC-3 Filing

$75 + up

Flip Tax
(If Applicable)

Determined by co-operative building

Payoff Bank Attorney
(If Applicable)

$450 + up

Managing Agent Fee

$500 - $750

Move-Out Deposit

$500 - $1,000
(Usually refundable if no damage)

Broker Commission

6% of purchase price

Estate Fees

Co-op may impose additional fees for estate sales

Lost Stock & Lease Fees

$250 - $750

E Tax Filing (ACRIS)

$50

NYS Capital Gains Tax Withholding
(Out Of State Seller)

7.7% of gain

Non-US Resident (FIRPTA)

10% of purchase price withheld or paid

 


FOR THE PURCHASER

Own Attorney

$1,600 + up*

Managing Agent
(Recognition Agreement Fee)

$250 + up

Credit Report Fee

$50 - $100 per applicant

Lead Based Paint Disclosure Fee

$0 - $50

Mansion Tax

1% of purchase price when over $1 million

Move-In Deposit

$500-$1,000
(Usually refundable if no damage)

Lien Search

$350

 


MORTGAGE ASSOCIATED FEES

Origination Costs - Points

0 - 3% value of loan

Application, Credit Check, etc.

$500 + up

Appraisal

$275 + up

Bank Attorney

$500 + up

UCC-1 Filing

$75 + up

Maintenance Adjustment

Prorated for month of closing

 


* Check with bank/mortgage broker for additional fees. New York State Law requires a written letter of engagement if the legal fee will exceed $3,000. Non New York State residents should procure exemption for state transfer tax forms (TP584). These are only estimates. Please confirm closing costs for specific transactions with your attorney and/or mortgage representative.

 

 

 

 

 

 
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FOR THE SELLER

Own Attorney

$1,850 - $2,500

NYC Real Property Transfer Tax

1% of purchase price if $500,000 or less

1.425% of purchase price if over $500,000

NYS Transfer Tax

.4% (.004) of purchase price

Payoff Bank Fees (if applicable)

$250 + up

Managing Agent Fee

$250 - $750

Move-Out Deposit

$500 - $1,000
(Usually refundable if no damage)

Broker Commission

6% of purchase price

E Tax Filing (ACRIS)

$50 - $200

NYS Capital Gains Tax Withholding
(out of state seller)

7.7% of gain

Non-US Resident (FIRPTA)

10% of purchase price withheld or paid

 


FOR THE PURCHASER

Own Attorney

$2,000 - $2,500

Managing Agent Fee

$250 - $500

Credit Report Fee

$50 - $100 per applicant

Lead Based Paint Disclosure Fee

$0 - $50

Mansion Tax

1% of total purchase price where $1 million and over

Move-In Deposit

$500 - $1000
(Usually refundable if no damage)

Common charges, real estate taxes and insurance premium

Adjustments pro rated as of closing

 


MORTGAGE ASSOCIATED FEES

Origination Costs - Points

0 - 3% of value loan

Application, Credit Check, etc.

$500 + up

Appraisal

$275 + up

Bank Attorney

$500 + up

UCC-1 Filing

$75 + up

Mortgage Recording Tax

Up to $500,000 is 1.8% of mortgage less $30

Over $500,000 is 1.925% of mortgage less $30

Title Insurance, Title Search & Recording Fees

Approximately 0.5% - 0.8% of purchase price

Building Searches

$200 - $400

Recording Charge

$17 per document plus $5 per page

Real Estate Tax Escrow

2 - 6 months

 


IF PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM SPONSOR

(i.e. new construction)

NYC Real Property Transfer Tax

1% of purchase price up to $500,000

1.425% of purchase price over 500,000

NYS Transfer Tax

$4 per $1,000 of purchase price

Sponsor's Attorney Fee

$1,500 + up

Working Capital Fund Contribution

An amount equal to 1 or 2 months common charges

 


* Check with bank/mortgage broker for additional fees. New York State Law requires a written letter of engagement if the legal fee will exceed $3,000. Non New York State residents should procure exemption for state transfer tax forms (TP584). These are only estimates. Please confirm closing costs for specific transactions with your attorney and/or mortgage representative.

 

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