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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.
Seniors Protest Cuomo's Budget Cuts for NORCs
Written by Marianne Schaefer on February 16, 2017
Advocates urge governor to "Have a Heart!"
Penn South Locks in Low Interest on $190 Million HUD Loan
February 14, 2017
“A victory for affordable housing in New York City,” says Penn South’s manager.
Relief Is On the Way for Unpaid Tax and Water Bills
Written by Frank Lovece on February 09, 2017
New city law gives co-ops and condos a second chance to avoid foreclosure.
Every Co-op and Condo Board’s Darkest Nightmare
February 09, 2017
Greenwich Village noise dispute leads to $750,000 lawsuit.
First Fines Issued Under New Anti-Airbnb Law
February 08, 2017
“Bad actors” hit with $17,000 in fines for listing illegal sublets.
Calculating a Cover Charge
Written by Frank Lovece on February 07, 2017
Courts rule that co-ops and condos are entitled to fees for granting building access.
Children at Play. Lawsuits in the Works?
February 07, 2017
Boards need to enforce the rules – and consider providing kids with a safe place to play.
How the Rutherford Rewrote Its Future
Written by Lisa Prevost on February 03, 2017
Updating governing documents can keep co-ops out of trouble – and court.
City Announces Grace Period for Filing Tax Abatement Forms
February 03, 2017
Deadline extended to March 10 for co-ops and condos to file renewals or ownership changes.
City Wasted Billions Through Tax Abatement
February 01, 2017
New report says city squandered at least $2.5 billion through 421-a tax breaks.
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