With NYC’s waste collection rules now requiring organic food waste to be composted rather than tossed into the bin with other trash, many residents have questions—not least of which is, ‘What’s the point of keeping a bin of stinky decaying …
In a shared-interest community, neighborly noise is an ever-present issue. Of course, one would hope that as neighbors, an effort would be made to keep noise to a minimum, and when asked to ‘tone it down,’ one would do just that. But that’…
For over 20 years now, The CooperatorEvents New York Expo has been the most useful, informative annual trade event for co-op and condo board members, property managers, apartment building owners, and anyone involved in the governance an…
According to the latest analysis from consulting firm Construction Coverage, 2025 is shaping up to be a year of renewed momentum in real estate: despite elevated mortgage rates and home prices, demand is rebounding—and some markets are emer…
Staying on top of NYC’s building compliance deadlines is more important than ever. This year is a critical one for compliance, with major Local Law 97 and 88 deadlines driving significant changes in energy efficiency and sustainability. The…
In the labyrinth of our legal system, changes to a law can reverberate outward to impact areas not originally intended. Such is the possibility with recent changes—and changes to those changes—to the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). Hal Co…
As we step into 2025, the new Administration's actions are already reshaping housing policy. The recent White House announcement to temporarily pause agency grants, loans, and other financial assistance programs highlights the importance of…
As the cost of housing, groceries, and childcare continues to rise, middle-class families across the U.S. are feeling the squeeze. But in some cities, higher wages outpace expenses—giving families more financial breathing room. A new analy…
According to a recent press release, at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 17, dozens of residential industry leaders, builders, property owners, affordable housing advocates and policymakers will convene across the street from the Brooklyn federal…
Amid rising mortgage rates and increased financial pressure on American households, one subset of homeowners stands out: those who have fully paid off their homes. A new study from consulting firm Construction Coverage examines mortgage p…