A new study on behalf of construction industry research and analysis firm Construction Coverage  using data from Zillow, the U.S. Census Bureau, and Freddie Mac has identified the relative cost of buying vs. renting in nearly 850 U.S. citie…

Contract negotiations began on March 5th between 32BJ SEIU—the labor union representing more than 34,000 doormen, porters, superintendents, and other building staff in the city—and the Realty Advisory Board on Labor Relations (RAB), represe…

If you’re involved with a co-op or condo—whether overseeing operations, managing properties, or supporting building decisions—you’re constantly balancing budgets, compliance, projects, and resident expectations. The real challenge isn’t jus…

Q. About two years ago, a shareholder in our co-op was approved to buy the apartment adjacent to his with the stated intention of combining both units to use as his primary residence. One year later however, the units are still separate, …

The National Electric Code (NEC) is published by the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) and is the main U.S. standard for safe electrical installations. The code covers everything from wiring methods and circuit protection to equip…

Landscaping is often one of the most visible and emotionally charged investments a condominium, co‑op, or HOA makes. Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces enhance curb appeal, support property values, and contribute to residents’ quality of …

Keeping a building dry is both an interior and exterior challenge. All buildings, regardless of materials and construction, are at risk of water infiltration and moisture build-up in walls, ceilings, window wells and roof materials.  This …

Over the past few decades, ideas and technologies for improving energy efficiency, reducing ecological impact, and providing additional amenities to residents in multifamily buildings have surged. Near the front of that pack has been the ‘g…

Each and every multifamily community is different, with unique needs, expectations, and challenges. If you’re a regular reader of this publication, you’ve heard that refrain many times, across a broad range of contexts—including board gover…

According to a new study on behalf of construction industry researchers Construction Coverage, after more than two years of stiff competition and fast-rising prices, the U.S. residential housing market experienced a rapid cooldown t…