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Phase I.   From Dealsheet to Binding Contract

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Episode 02
What should be on the Deal Sheet?
In this episode of Rock the Closing, Orsolya and Dalia break down everything you need to know about the deal sheet, also known as the transaction sheet.
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Episode 01
What is Rock the Closing
In our debut episode of Rock the Closing, hosts Orsolya Bartha and Dalia Zaza introduce themselves and explain what this podcast is all about.
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Episode 03
Episode 3: Basics: Cooperative, Condominium, and House
In this episode of Rock the Closing, Dalia and Orsolya dive into the key differences between cooperatives (co-ops), condominiums (condos), and houses, breaking down the unique aspects of each ownership type.
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Episode 04
How Long Does the Transaction Take,and What is the Process and Timeline?
In this episode of Rock the Closing, hosts Orsolya and Dalia delve into the intricacies of real estate transaction timelines.
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Episode 05
What is the Due Diligence Process for Condos and Co-ops?
In this episode of Rock the Closing, real estate attorneys Dalia and Orsolya break down the due diligence process when buying a condo or co-op.
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Episode 06
What is the Due Diligence Process for a House?
n this episode of Rock the Closing, real estate attorneys Dalia and Orsolya dive deep into the due diligence process for purchasing a house.
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Episode 08
The Contract Deposit
In this episode of Rock The Closing, hosts Orsolya and Dalia dive into the crucial topic of the contract deposit, a key component in real estate transactions.
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Episode 07
Closing Costs! Be Aware!
In this episode of Rock the Closing, we dive deep into the world of closing costs and what buyers and sellers need to prepare for beyond the purchase price.
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Episode 09
Maintenance, common charges, assessment explained.
In this episode of Rock the Closing, Orsolya and Dalia discuss essential real estate concepts including maintenance, common charges, assessments, and taxes.
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Episode 11
Contract Negotiations Process
In this episode of Rock the Closing, real estate attorneys Dalia and Orsolya guide you through the intricacies of the contract negotiation process.
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Episode 10
PCDS - Property Condition Disclosure Statement
In this episode of Rock the Closing, hosts Orsolya and Dalia delve into the new Property Condition Disclosure Statement (PCDS) which took effect on March 20, 2024.
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Episode 12
Contract Negotiations
In this episode of Rock the Closing, hosts Orsolya and Dalia dive into the complexities of contract negotiations in real estate transactions.
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Episode 14
Talk with a Property Manager
In this episode of Rock the Closing, Orsolya and Dalia interview Robert Arnone, president and CFO of RCA Management Properties LLC.
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Episode 13
The role of the Coop and Condo Board
In this episode of Rock the Closing, we dive into the vital functions of co-op and condo boards, particularly their management roles in residential buildings.
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Episode 15
Talk with a Family Law Attorney
In this episode of Rock the Closing, we are joined by Diana Arnone, a family law attorney licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Michigan.
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Episode 17
Chat with a Trust and Estate Attorney
In this special episode of Rock The Closing, we sit down with Bracha Etengoff, a trusts and estates attorney based in New York City and Long Island.
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Episode 16
Talk with the Insurance Agency
In this episode of Rock the Closing, we sit down with Paul Ranieri from DC Ranieri Insurance Agency, a family-owned business with four generations of experience in the insurance industry.
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Episode 18
Chat with the Title Insurance Company
In this episode of The Closing, hosts Dalia Zaza and Orsolya Bartha sit down with Stephanie Lenti from Newmark Title Services to discuss the critical role of title insurance in real estate transactions.
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Phase II.   From Binding Contract till Closing Date is Set

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Episode 20
Who is sitting at the closing table?
In this episode of The Closing, Orsolya Bartha and Dalia Zaza break down the essential participants at a real estate closing.
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Episode 19
What is happening after the contract is signed and before closing?
In this episode of The Closing, we break down the crucial steps that take place after the contract is signed but before the actual closing.
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Episode 21
Real Estate Transaction Costs (Beyond Closing Costs)
In this episode of Rock the Closing, hosts Orsolya Bartha and Dalia Zaza take a deep dive into real estate transaction costs beyond traditional closing costs.
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Episode 23
How to Save Some Money if You Are Doing a Purchase in New York City
In this episode of Rock the Closing, hosts Orsolya Bartha and Dalia Zaza unlock one of NYC's best-kept secrets for saving thousands at closing: the Purchaser CEMA (Consolidation, Extension, and Modification Agreement).
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Episode 22
Real Estate in Divorce Mediation: What You Need to Know
In this episode of Rock the Closing, hosts Orsolya Bartha and Dalia Zaza sit down with Alla Roytberg, founder and principal attorney at Good Law Firm, to explore the crucial intersection of real estate and divorce mediation.
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Episode 24
How to Avoid Probate in Case of Co-op Apartment Ownership
In this episode of Rock the Closing, real estate attorneys Orsolya Bartha and Dalia Zaza are joined by estate planning expert Bracha Etengoff to discuss how NYC co-op owners can avoid the lengthy and costly probate process.
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