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HOW NYC CO-OP AND CONDOS OPERATE

NYC co-ops and condos, like all residential apartment buildings, are bricks and mortar. They need care, maintenance, and money to pay for the upkeep. The goal, though, is not to make a profit, but to create an environment that owners want to live and invest in. How co-op and condo buildings do that in New York City is what you'll find here. 

Iconic building is part of a post-pandemic trend of office-to-residential conversions in New York City.

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A new study reveals that sheds can cut profits by almost $10,000 a month.

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Co-op City is undergoing a $48.5 million elevator modernization project, which includes replacing 176 cabs, shafts, and machinery, and will be completed in early 2025.

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U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres has found "egregious disparities" in delivery fees.

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Reports are designed to detect and correct imminent dangers.

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Boards have until July 31 to schedule free inspections of facades, boilers and more.

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Rule takes effect Nov. 12, and new "NYC Bins" will cost $50.

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The overwhelmed DOB is teaming up with the Partnership for New York City.

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Proactive inspections are a response to two recent building collapses.

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Boards need to remain vigilant even as Local Law 18 curbs illegal sublets.

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Ask the Experts

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Learn all the basics of NYC co-op and condo management, with straight talk from heavy hitters in the field of co-op or condo apartments

Professionals in some of the key fields of co-op and condo board governance and building management answer common questions in their areas of expertise

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