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The rules are almost always different for co-ops, and that is most certainly true for occupancy issues.  One of the initial reasons for the co-op ownership structure, both on the part of the those already living there and those buying in, w…

In a fiscal climate plagued with uncertainty resulting from threatened budget cuts at the federal level, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio released his budget proposals for fiscal year 2018 this past April. The FY18 executive budge…

There are some expenses that boards don't have much control over - maintenance supplies, utilities, and fuel, just to name a few - but others can definitely be kept under control, and legal costs are one of them. In this clip, legal pros gi…

Real estate agents who rebrand traditionally-known neighborhoods to promote or advertise their properties could face penalties if a new bill is passed, DNAinfo reported . On June 7, Democratic New York State Senator Brian Benjamin, who…

In the world of housing, discrimination is a very sensitive subject. A failure to understand it and abide by the laws could result in a lot of trouble, including for boards and owners at condos and co-ops. Avoiding such missteps involving…

Most people don’t usually think of New York City for its ample greenery. Crowds, traffic, and tall buildings--there’s a reason why it’s usually referred to as a “concrete jungle”. While the Big Apple has its lovely parks, including the most…

High-end residential development has hit New York City over the last five years in ways both shocking and profound. At the far West Side development called Hudson Yards, a new neighborhood is being created that will house thousands. And in …

Sometimes, filing a claim with your insurer is exactly the right thing to do...and sometimes it's not. Industry pros explain which claims should be filed, which ones might not be such a good idea, and how to know the difference. 

Amenities aren’t what they used to be, and new real estate developments in New York City are changing with the times. Having a gym is one thing, and a kid’s play room is another. But a food hall? Now that’s a buyer’s incentive. These days, …

Trash used to be easy.  But now in a world where recycling and environmental awareness has become the norm, it’s no longer just “lift up the lid and throw it in the trash.” Separating different types of waste has become the norm in most loc…