New York's housing market is uniquely defined by proximity. Seasonal Swings, Socioeconomic Strata, Evergreen Hotspots, Inventory Fluctuation and the propensity to find a unicorn in the market are major factors in answering the questions: How Competitive is the Market, and What's the Best Strategy for Making an Offer?

We'll focus on the condominium, a more conventional form of ownership, and then put both condos and co-operatives side-by-side to highlight the practical differences that truly matter to shareholders, buyers and sellers.

Image represents the code applicants must crack to gain approval. Ico-op board approval, co-op application tips, what co-op boards look for, and understanding co-op requirements.