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NYC co-ops and condos face legal and financial challenges that have to be solved. Whether it's a question of how to raise more money, how to deal with angry owners, or the best ways to work with a building's accountant or lawyer, co-op and condo board directors have to make decisions. The collection of articles here will help your co-op or condo board navigate these waters.
Paycheck Protection Program Up in the Air for Co-ops and Condos
Written by Carol J. Ott on April 04, 2020
REBNY seeking clarification if co-ops and condos are eligible for federal aid.
Landmarks Conservancy Rescues a Queens Co-op
Written by Bendix Anderson on April 03, 2020
Low-interest loans can be life-savers for small, historic co-ops.
Co-op and Condo Boards May Be Able to Recoup Lost Income
Written by Carol J. Ott on April 02, 2020
Insurers likely to resist claims triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.
Paid Leave Is Being Reshaped by Coronavirus
Written by Andrew I. Bart on March 17, 2020
Co-op and condo boards may soon face new state and federal rules.
Will Property Tax Reform Pit Renters Vs. Co-ops and Condos?
March 12, 2020
Renters shoulder more than their share, but reform unlikely to help.
Take 20 Stories Off the Top? Not So Fast.
March 05, 2020
City joins developer’s appeal of order to chop top off condo tower.
First Public Hearing on Property Tax Reform Proposals
March 03, 2020
Commission will hold a string of hearings citywide, beginning March 12.
Judge Tosses Lawsuit Against City’s Property Tax System
March 02, 2020
System may be “unfair,” but lawmakers should fix it, court rules.
Judge Blocks Three Condo Towers from Two Bridges
February 28, 2020
Another blow to the city's powerful real-estate interests.
Lack of “Political Will” Driving Lawsuit on Property Tax Reform
February 25, 2020
Coalition behind lawsuit is tired of waiting for politicians to act.
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