Yes. Today, many foreign buyers can advance much of the buying process without being physically present in New York. In our experience, we have closed transactions with clients who conducted apartment viewings via video call, chose the apartment from their country, reviewed documents with their attorney, and only traveled to receive the keys at the end.
We Can Help You With:
- - Apartment search according to your budget and objective.
- - Video call viewings.
- - Detailed videos of the apartment, building, and neighborhood.
- - Property comparison.
- - Coordination with attorneys, lenders, and accountants.
- - Contract and closing process follow-up.
- - Final coordination for key delivery.
The idea is that you can make an informed decision even if you are in Mexico, Colombia, Spain, Bolivia, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Brazil, or any other country.
Online Notaries: A Practical Solution for International Buyers
One of the advancements that most facilitates the process for foreign buyers is the ability to use online notaries for certain documents.
Platforms like Notarize allow you to connect with a notary virtually from a computer, tablet, or mobile phone. In many cases, the process can be done quickly, securely, and without needing to be physically in the United States.
There is also the option to connect with a notary who speaks Spanish, Portuguese, or any other language, which can be very useful for international buyers who prefer to handle the process in their own language.
This does not mean that all documents in a real estate purchase can be notarized the same way, since each transaction depends on the attorney, the bank, the building, and the closing requirements. But in many cases, online notarization helps simplify the process and avoid unnecessary travel.
Our team can guide you and coordinate with your attorney to know which documents can be signed electronically, which require notarization, and what options are accepted for your specific purchase.
If you want to learn all the requirements for a foreign buyer, visit this link.
Conclusion
Buying an apartment in New York remotely is entirely possible with the right team by your side. At Nieuw Nederlandts Realty LLC, we guide you through every step—from initial property search and video tours to negotiation, legal review, and final key handover—all without you needing to be present in person. The distance is not an obstacle. Ready to start your remote apartment purchase in New York? Schedule a free video call with our team and let's explore your options together.