HABITAT
What To Do When “Temporary” Co-op Residents Grow Roots
Written by William D. McCracken on October 19, 2021
The building’s culture should guide co-op boards as the pandemic wanes.
The Hot New Amenity for Co-ops and Condos? Green Space.
October 18, 2021
The pandemic has sharpened the appetite for outdoor space.
Co-op and Condo Flood Insurance Premiums Could Jump by 10% or More
Written by Justin Kraus on October 14, 2021
New system is designed to bring federally backed premiums in line with risk.
Co-op Board Learns That a Cheap Contractor Can Get Expensive
October 12, 2021
Contractor’s lack of experience led to big problems on a big job.
Ask Mary: The Board-Manager Tie Is About More Than Chemistry
Written by Mary Federico on October 08, 2021
Here are three steps toward building a solid relationship with the property manager.
Advocate Seeks Ways for Co-ops and Condos to Pay for Green Retrofits
Written by Bill Morris on October 07, 2021
Smaller co-ops and condos will need help from lenders and the government.
Co-op and Condo Sellers Are Returning to the Driver's Seat
October 05, 2021
Third quarter apartment sales tripled compared to last year's pandemic slowdown.
Co-op Boards Can Gather a Lot of Info on Pets – Poop Included
October 04, 2021
There's little shareholders can do when co-op boards demand info on pets.
Co-op and Condo Boards Can Mandate Vaccines for Unionized Employees
Written by Bill Morris on September 30, 2021
Breakthrough deal is reached by the Realty Advisory Board and 32BJ.
Co-ops and Condos Grill Candidates, Virtually, as Nov. 2 Election Looms
Written by Bill Morris on September 30, 2021
Dozens of candidates have fielded questions from co-op and condo advocates.
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