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Get
pre-approved by a lender. |
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Choose
a realtor who has experience in the co-op market. |
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Check
out the building of your choice. Is it physically and
fiscally healthy? |
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Check
out the area. Is the building in an economically sound
neighborhood? |
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Find
out what the co-op board's approval process is. |
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Find
out what capital work has been done and what is scheduled. |
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Take
a look at the last five years of maintenance fees. Are
they reasonable given increases in taxes and expenses? |
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Find
out how many units are individually owned and how many
are owned and rented by the sponsor. Also ask what the
ratio of sublets to owner-occupied units is. Both these
numbers can affect how lenders view the property. |
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Ask
to see the building's financial statements. |
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Hire
an attorney who has experience with co-op transactions. |