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Remote Will Signing and Witnessing in New York During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Almost everyone in New York State and New York City, the epicenter of the Coronavrus pandemic, has been social distancing resulting in the closing of many businesses, including law firms. While the customary visit to a lawyer’s office to sign … Continue reading
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Is Estate Planning Remotely With Your NY Attorney Better Than Using Legal Software?
Many people are considering using legal software to prepare their wills and other legal documents under the mistaken belief that law offices are closed due to the Governor Cuomo’s recent “stay at home” order. In fact, many attorneys are now … Continue reading
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Estate Planning in New York During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Many people are probably wondering how they can plan their affairs during the coronavirus pandemic while maintaining social distancing. Can I sign a will, heath care proxy, power of attorney and deed without visiting an attorney’s office? The answer is … Continue reading
How do I transfer my New York co-op apartment to my living trust?
Revocable trusts, often called “living trusts” are an increasingly popular choice for people who wish to avoid probate when planning their estates. For a discussion on “living trusts” refer to my blog post: http://www.dippellaw.com/wordpress/how-can-i-avoid-probate-of-a-will-in-new-york/ As I discussed in my above … Continue reading
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Why do I need title insurance when I purchase my home in New York?
Even first time home buyers have a general awareness that they will need to pay for something called “title insurance” when they close on the purchase of their home. However, few buyers, I would guess, have an understanding of exactly … Continue reading
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What taxes will I have to pay when I sell my New York City home?
Clients often ask me about the tax consequences they will face when they sell their New York City home. Whether you’re selling a one or two family house, a cooperative apartment or a condominium unit, you will be subject to … Continue reading
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Do I need to pay to obtain a copy of the deed to my home in New York City?
A client of mine recently received a letter from a company offering to obtain for her, for a fee, a copy of the newly recorded deed to her house. My client had previously asked me to add her son as … Continue reading
How do I add someone to the deed of my New York home?
There are many reasons you may want to add someone to the title of your home. You may have just gotten married or re-married and now wish to add your new spouse as a joint owner. Or you may want … Continue reading
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Can I apply for a larger mortgage than in my contract to buy my NY home?
Most people will obtain financing when purchasing their home, whether it’s a co-op, condominium or a one or two-family home. In such a case the contract of sale will contain a provision making the sale contingent on the purchaser obtaining … Continue reading
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