Financing restrictions are rampant in co-op buildings—it's really their main way of weeding out people that they don't feel are prestigious enough to live in these buildings, and the way they do that is by limiting the percentage that you can finance.
In this episode, I'm going to let you decide if the prestige and appeal of co-ops in New York City has dwindled as we cover everything you need to know about this evolving real estate landscape.
About the Host:
Christina Kremidas is a lifelong New Yorker who brings her extensive background in advertising to her successful real estate career in Manhattan. Her personal experience as a property investor and landlord in New York City gives her unique insight into her client's needs, while her negotiation expertise and market knowledge have quickly established her as a top-performing agent, ranking in the top 5% at her first firm in 2018.
Beyond her professional achievements, Christina is deeply involved in her community as a founding Steward at the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine at the World Trade Center, where she serves on the Parish Council and leads social media, marketing, and young adult initiatives.
Get in touch with me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christina.kremidas
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christina.kremidas
Check out my website: https://christinakremidas.com/
Email me: Christina.Kremidas@elliman.com
What Is Your Property Worth?: https://christinakremidas.com/home-valuation
The Virtual Agent Experience: https://christinakremidas.com/virtual-agent
Timestamps
0:00 Episode introduction
1:24 Overview of condos as a newer, more flexible property type
4:37 Co-ops explained: exclusivity and ownership structure
7:07 Shift in buyer preferences from co-ops to condos
9:12 Co-op financing restrictions as a barrier to entry
11:41 Subletting policies and community aspects of co-ops
13:19 Financial requirements: debt-to-income ratio and post-closing liquidity
17:29 The co-op interview process and potential discrimination issues
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