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The answer is mostly correct , but every co-op board has different requirements , so what I would do if I were you is , if you see a co-op which you like and also fits in your budget - ASK about the board rquirements
For example , some boards do not have a downpayment requirement but their income requirement is much stricter , so it MAY be possible to put down 3 % (Also dont forget to factor in your closing costs ) and buy one
but you wont know until you ask . I am here in the area of Hewlett - Woodmere - Cedarhurst - and I deal with co-ops all the time so contact me if youd like to see some apartments.
Tue Apr 28 2009, 10:41