Buyers
Buy a Home in Manhattan & Brooklyn
Expert guidance through every step of the NYC buying process — from search through closing.
Buyer Representation
Buying Real Estate in New York City
Buying real estate in Manhattan or Brooklyn is unlike buying anywhere else. In NYC, you are not just buying an apartment — you are buying into a building, board, financial structure, neighborhood, and long-term investment.
The process is nuanced. The market moves quickly. Having experienced representation matters.
At The Miller Markowicz Team, Steven Markowicz and Andreea Miller represent buyers across Manhattan and Brooklyn with strategic guidance, neighborhood expertise, building-level knowledge, and strong negotiation.
Whether you are purchasing a condo, co-op, townhouse, new development, pied-à-terre, investment property, or family home, our goal is simple: help you buy the right home, on the right terms, with confidence.
Why Buyers Work With Us
- ✓Manhattan & Brooklyn neighborhood expertise
- ✓Condo, co-op, townhouse & luxury market knowledge
- ✓Building financial & board analysis
- ✓Strategic offer preparation & negotiation
- ✓Off-market & coming-soon opportunities through our Corcoran network
- ✓Hands-on guidance from search through closing
We combine market intelligence with a highly personalized approach designed around your goals, lifestyle, timeline, and long-term plans.
Step by Step
Our Buying Process
Strategy & Consultation
We begin with a thoughtful conversation about your goals, budget, neighborhoods, timeline, financing, and priorities.
Together, we define a focused search strategy — not a generic listing feed.
Curated Search
We proactively identify opportunities that fit your criteria, including:
- Public listings
- Off-market opportunities
- Private exclusives
- New developments
- Condo, co-op & townhouse options
No endless alerts. No wasted time.
Building & Property Due Diligence
In NYC, the building matters as much as the apartment. Before you move forward, we help evaluate:
- Comparable sales & pricing
- Building financials
- Assessments & monthly costs
- Board requirements
- Sublet, pet & renovation policies
- Financing considerations
- Long-term resale potential
We help buyers understand not just what they love — but what they are buying.
Offer Strategy & Negotiation
Winning in NYC is not always about offering the highest price. We develop a negotiation strategy based on:
- Market conditions
- Seller motivation
- Comparable sales
- Competition
- Timeline & deal structure
Our approach is strategic, direct, and designed to protect your interests.
Contract Through Closing
Once an offer is accepted, we manage the details. We coordinate with your attorney, lender, listing side, and building team while guiding you through:
- Due diligence & contract review
- Mortgage coordination
- Condo & co-op applications
- Board packages & interviews
- Final walkthrough
- Closing logistics
Our role is to make a complex process feel organized, proactive, and seamless.
Where We Work
Buy Manhattan & Brooklyn Real Estate With Confidence
At The Miller Markowicz Team, we believe buying real estate in New York City is deeply personal. We bring strategy, market expertise, thoughtful guidance, and calm execution to every buyer relationship.
Whether you are buying in any of the neighborhoods below or beyond, we would be honored to help guide your search.
Trusted Buyer Representation
Steven Markowicz & Andreea Miller
The Miller Markowicz Team | Corcoran
Trusted Manhattan & Brooklyn buyer representation — combining deep market expertise, strategic guidance, and a genuinely personalized approach to one of the world's most complex and rewarding real estate markets.
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The NYC Home Buyer's Guide
Our step-by-step guide to buying a condo, co-op, or townhouse in Manhattan & Brooklyn — financing, board packages, closing costs, and timelines.
NYC Home Buying FAQs
How much do I need to buy an apartment in NYC?+
Beyond the down payment (typically 20% for condos, often more for co-ops), budget 2–5% in closing costs. Co-ops also require post-closing liquidity — frequently 1–2 years of mortgage plus maintenance held in reserve. We'll build a precise all-in budget with you before you tour.
What's the difference between a condo and a co-op in New York?+
Condos offer more flexibility — easier financing, subletting, and purchases via LLC or by foreign buyers — at a price premium. Co-ops are usually 10–40% cheaper but require board approval, a board package, and have stricter financing and subletting rules.
How long does it take to buy a home in NYC?+
From accepted offer to closing typically runs 60–90 days, and longer for co-ops because of the board application and interview. We focus the search itself tightly so you're seeing the right properties from day one.
Do buyers pay a broker fee in NYC?+
Buyer representation is generally paid through the transaction, so working with The Miller Markowicz Team gives you expert negotiation and building-level guidance. Ask us how it works for your situation.
Thinking of Buying or Selling in NYC?
Whether you're searching for your dream home or looking to sell at the best possible price, The Miller Markowicz Team is here to guide you every step of the way.