Buying an investment property is undoubtedly one of the largest investments one can make. Thus, it is imperative that a buyer do his/her due diligence at the beginning of the transaction and usually before signing contracts. Due diligence, regardless of the type of property, is the investigation of the quality, both physical and intangible aspects of the property being conveyed. Read more

New York State’s Constitution grants the state legislature the broad authority to regulate land use if it is in the public interest. Although the state retains some authority, much of the power to plan communities and provide for and enforce zoning regulations has been delegated to local municipalities. Read more