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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.
A Co-op Wages a Legal Battle Straight Out of a Dickens Novel
Written by Bill Morris on September 07, 2017
Georgetown Mews has been fighting a lawsuit for nearly two decades.
The Incredible Shrinking Mitchell-Lama Program
September 07, 2017
Defections like Trump Village add to scarcity of affordable housing.
Non-Disclosure Agreements Defend Against Fishing Expeditions
Written by Frank Lovece on September 05, 2017
As courts grant increased access to building documents, board must prepare.
Hurricane Harvey Proves Americans Have Short Memories
September 04, 2017
Despite string of vicious storms, flood insurance is on the decline.
New York Public Library Sues Condo Over Access
September 01, 2017
Another dispute over access has landed neighbors in court.
Disciplining an Amorous Super
August 29, 2017
Boards need to act when staffers get out of line.
Going Condop Solves a Co-op’s Conundrum
Written by Lori Buchbinder on August 25, 2017
How one co-op turned its commercial space from albatross to asset.
Roof Rights and Roof Decks: Owners Beware
Written by Tom Soter on August 24, 2017
Boards need to have a clear and direct policy when dealing with roof deck repairs and replacements.
Co-op and Condo Group Resists Mandatory Smoking Policies
Written by Bill Morris on August 17, 2017
Proposal would require posting of a policy, fines for breaking any ban.
Investors Foregoing Fannie and Freddie Default Guarantees
August 16, 2017
The good old days of risk – and higher returns – are back for investors.
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