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Is a Cherished Co-op Board Power in Peril?
April 06, 2021
Bill would require boards to give reasons why they reject purchase applications.
How New York Co-ops Finally Flexed Their Political Muscle
Written by Bill Morris on March 30, 2021
The battle over Paycheck Protection loans resulted in a major victory for co-ops.
Can Co-ops and Condos Limit Gym Use to the Vaccinated?
March 29, 2021
Such a policy could lead to discrimination lawsuits.
Cash Incentives Nudge Co-op and Condo Workers to Get Vaccinated
Written by Paula Chin on March 12, 2021
Building staffers and vendors’ workers are signing up for their shots.
Umbrella Insurance Policies Have Sprung a Leak
Written by Bill Morris on March 24, 2021
Co-op and condo boards are paying more for less excess-liability coverage.
Benchmarking Season Is Here for Co-ops and Condos
March 23, 2021
Annual water and energy usage report will lead to each building’s letter grade.
Schumer Puts Damper on New Flood-Insurance Rates
March 19, 2021
Federal rate hikes for pricey waterfront homes are now on hold.
Do Co-op and Condo Boards Have to Play COVID Cop?
Written by Marc Schneider and Justin Buchel on March 16, 2021
It’s impossible to get all residents to comply with all the rules all the time.
If Property Values Are Down, Why Are Property Taxes Up?
Written by Paula Chin on March 15, 2021
Something called Transitional Assessed Value is the culprit.
Texas and New York: A Tale of Two Electric Grids
Written by Alex Zafran on March 11, 2021
Why last month’s blackout in Texas is unlikely to happen here.
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