Writings by Bruce Feffer

Based in New York City, Mr. Feffer has 30+ years of experience representing numerous clients in buying, selling, financing and leasing all types of properties, including condominiums, houses, factories, warehouses, retail space and office buildings.

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Scarinci & Hollenbeck, LLC Secures Victory, Overturning an $800,000 Judgment

New York, NY – November 13, 2024 Scarinci & Hollenbeck, LLC’s New York office recently delivered a decisive legal victory, successfully overturning an $800,000 judgment filed erroneously against a client. The client, “Jack Chen” (actual name changed for confidentiality), approached Scarinci & Hollenbeck, LLC after discovering a substantial judgment entered against him in Queens County, […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

December 13, 2024

Legal Victory

How To Protect Your Money Before Your Bank Fails, And What You Can Do If It Does

As news rolled in about the recent failure of Silicon Valley Bank and the government takeover of Signature Bank, many people were understandably nervous. One of my overseas clients texted me that he had money on deposit at one of those banks and worried that it was gone forever. As the government and banking industry […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

March 14, 2023

Good Policy or Discrimination? The Debate Over Foreign Investment in U.S. Real Estate Heats Up

The debate over whether foreign investment in United States real estate is good for the country or not has been simmering for decades… The debate over whether foreign investment in United States real estate is good for the country or not has been simmering for decades. There are arguments that can be made in good […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

February 27, 2023

Tenants’ Right to Organize Under NY Law

New York Attorney General Letitia James published new guidance for law enforcement regarding tenants’ right to organize in the properties where they live... On April 25, 2022, New York Attorney General Letitia James published new guidance for law enforcement regarding tenants’ right to organize in the properties where they live. While the guidance is directed […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

May 20, 2022

New York

What Buyers Need to Know About the Cooperative Interview Process

Buying into a housing cooperative (or co-op) is different than buying a house or condominium. One of the major differences is that buyers need to be approved by the co-op board. Buying into a housing cooperative (or co-op) is different than buying a house or condominium. One of the major differences is that buyers need […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

May 3, 2022

New York

Why Every Buyer of Real Estate Needs Title Insurance

While title insurance may seem like extra paperwork and added costs, it is an essential element of any real estate transaction. While title insurance may seem like extra paperwork and added costs, it is an essential element of any real estate transaction. Title insurance can help avoid costly legal issues by protecting buyers and mortgage […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

April 18, 2022

How to Inspect for Open Permits and Violations on a NYC Property

When purchasing a New York City property, it is imperative to conduct due diligence. An essential step of the process is to determine whether there are any open permits or violations. When purchasing a New York City property, it is imperative to conduct due diligence. An essential step of the process is to determine whether […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

March 9, 2022

New York

The Different Types of Certificates of Occupancy and Why They Matter to NYC Real Estate Buyers

When purchasing New York City real estate in a newly developed or recently renovated building, buyers should understand the role of a certificate of occupancy... When purchasing New York City real estate in a newly developed or recently renovated building, buyers should understand the role of a certificate of occupancy. Most importantly, buyers should be […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

February 9, 2022

New York

How to Conduct an Effective Pre-Closing “Walk-Through” on Your New NYC Property

While it can be tempting to run towards the finish line when purchasing an NYC property, buyers should always conduct a pre-closing “walk-through.” While it can be tempting to run towards the finish line when purchasing an NYC property, buyers should always conduct a pre-closing “walk-through.” Thoroughly inspecting the property before finalizing the transaction can […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

February 2, 2022

New York

New York Greenlights Permanent Use of Remote Online Notarization

The COVID-19 pandemic has provided an opportunity to modernize the way many business and real estate transactions are conducted... The COVID-19 pandemic has provided an opportunity to modernize the way many business and real estate transactions are conducted. In New York, those changes now include remote notarization. Gov. Kathleen C. Hochul recently signed legislation authorizing the […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

January 25, 2022

Condominiums and co-ops in New York - what's the difference?

While they do share similarities, condos and co-ops are not the same... While they do share similarities, condos and co-ops are not the same. When buying a New York City property, it is imperative to understand their differences. Key Features of a Condo A condominium or “condo” is a private residence or commercial unit in […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

December 6, 2021

New York

Buyer Beware! The Importance of Due Diligence in NYC Multi-Family Real Estate Acquisitions

Failing to conduct thorough due diligence prior to acquiring a New York City residential or commercial property is one of the biggest mistakes that real estate investors make… Failing to conduct thorough due diligence prior to acquiring a New York City residential or commercial property is one of the biggest mistakes that real estate investors […]

Author: Bruce Feffer

October 14, 2021

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