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Meet Lawrence

Lawrence is determined to market and sell his clients’ properties quickly and find the right homes for his buyers. He listens closely to his customers’ needs and desires in order to guide them through this intricate process with ease. Lawrence’s steady and persistent nature helps to optimize results for his Customers, and they can feel confident that he will deliver the best results.
 
Born in Washington, D.C. and raised in Richmond, VA, Lawrence graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Business. He has a background in sales, customer service, and as a financial advisor. Lawrence has served as both Director of Sales and Customer Service Manager at a firm that sold marketing and presentation supplies to corporate clients. He gained expertise negotiating with executives at companies of a wide range of sizes, and worked just as hard for his smaller accounts as he did for his Fortune 500 accounts.
 
With a focus on Manhattan residential sales in all neighborhoods and price points, Lawrence is dedicated to taking personalized care of his clients and delivering above and beyond their expectations. Lawrence’s listening, understanding, and problem-solving skills, in addition to his attention to detail, greatly enhance his practice.
 
Since calling Manhattan home, Lawrence has lived Downtown, on the West Side, and Uptown with his wife, who graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law, and their four children. He knows the city from both personal and professional perspectives, which he enjoys sharing with his clients so they can find the perfect place to plant roots. Outside of work and family, he likes fine dining and working out to burn off the calories!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Buying or selling real estate in New York City comes with its own set of unique challenges and nuances. To help you navigate the process with confidence, The Boland Team has answered some of the most common questions we hear from clients—from understanding the current market to closing costs and timelines.

In NYC, market conditions vary dramatically by neighborhood, property type, and price point. The Boland Team breaks the market into micro-markets—so you get strategic advice tailored to your goals.


It depends on where you’re looking, what you're buying, and at what price point. In NYC, market conditions vary dramatically between co-ops, condos, and townhouses, and also between neighborhoods—Harlem and Morningside Heights often behave very differently than Chelsea or Midtown East.


The Boland Team breaks the market into micro-markets—specific to location, price range, and property type—so our clients can make informed decisions based on what really applies to them. When we’re asked this question, we start by learning more about you—your goals, budget, and timeline—so we can give a meaningful, personalized answer.

If you plan to finance your purchase, your first step is a mortgage pre-approval. It helps define your budget and gives you credibility with sellers—many won’t even allow showings without it. If you're buying all cash, you'll need proof of funds, with sensitive info redacted.


Can’t qualify on your own? NYC allows for co-purchasing and gifting, especially in condos. Parents often buy condos for their children relocating for work or school. We’ll help you navigate which buildings allow this (many co-ops do not), and what restrictions may apply.

In NYC, the typical timeline is 3 to 6 months from your first showing to moving in—but it varies.
Factors include:
●    Inventory: Is your desired product type available?
●    Decision-making style: Do you act quickly or need time to explore?
●    Neighborhood range: Are you focused (e.g., Morningside Heights only) or broad (e.g., Harlem to Murray Hill)?
●    Property type: Co-ops take longer than condos, and board approval adds weeks.
Closings can take additional time—especially in co-ops where board review is involved. We'll help you create a realistic, efficient timeline that suits your goals.

In NYC, closing costs are significant—and different for buyers and sellers. For buyers, they can include:
●    Mortgage recording tax (condos)
●    Title insurance
●    Mansion tax (starts at $1M)
●    Attorney fees
●    Building application fees
Sellers often pay:
●    NYC & NYS transfer taxes
●    Broker commission
●    Flip tax (in co-ops or some condos)
We provide custom estimates based on your price point, financing, and building type so there are no surprises.

Don’t panic if you see a high “days on market” number. There are many reasons a property sits:
●    Unrealistic initial pricing
●    Slow board approval on a previous deal
●    Buyer fallout during financing or due diligence
●    Limited showing availability due to work-from-home or personal circumstances
●    Misleading photos masking poor condition
Ask your agent (that’s us!) to dig deeper. We can contact the listing broker and assess the context behind the listing history to help you spot an opportunity—or a red flag.

You can reach us directly via:
●    📧 [email protected]
●    📱 (917) 690‑4861
●    💻 thebolandteamnyc.com
●    📍 Based in Manhattan, serving clients from Harlem to Tribeca


Have more questions? Drop us a line at [email protected] Let’s schedule a no-pressure consultation to discuss your goals—whether you’re planning to buy, sell, or simply explore your options.

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