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Local Law 84 requires buildings to report annual energy and water use.

The Volatile, Vital Vote Count

Written by Rob Lenihan on May 27, 2016

New York City

Here are some tips to make sure your annual election is legit.

A Proxy is NOT a Ballot

Written by Dale J. Degenshein on May 26, 2016

New York City

Contested elections are decided by “written ballot.”

You have to follow these steps to get a proper vote count; but you don't have to disclose your reasons for rejecting buyers – until they sue.

The Fight to Save Affordable Co-ops

Written by Frank Lovece on May 24, 2016

New York City

Soaring sale prices threaten the future of HDFCs.

Some co-ops and condos are tricking out lavish new social rooms – while others are fighting to keep residents from turning their apartments into hotel rooms.

The Farmer's Market That Delivers to Your Door

Written by Marianne Schaefer on May 18, 2016

New York City

 Farmigo is catching on with co-ops and condos.

New data suggests that condos are in, co-ops are out.

The hunt for amenities never stops – and sometimes it winds up in the lobby, at the humble mailbox.

City lets flat-rate users slide – again.

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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