Livvy Dunne, a TikTok influencer, attempted to buy an apartment in New York City but was denied by the co-op board despite offering all cash. The rejection stemmed from concerns about paparazzi and safety issues associated with influencers. Real estate specialists note that while influencers have wealth, traditional co-op boards may not understand their revenue streams or backgrounds. The visibility of influencers can compromise the peace of the community, leading boards to prioritize collective environment over individual offers.
"The people in the building voted to not have me live there ... they denied me."
"Influencers today carry a level of visibility once reserved for traditional celebrities, and with that can come added attention, disruption or even safety concerns."
"There's this opening of new wealth that, as an influencer, is difficult to explain to a traditional co-op board."
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