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Covid-19’s Impact on Building Repairs and Renovations
Written by Carol J. Ott on March 25, 2020
What co-op condo boards can expect while the city is on “pause.”
When Buying Into a Co-op, Better Do Your Due Diligence
Written by Dale J. Degenshein on March 24, 2020
An ancient alteration comes back to haunt the buyer of a co-op.
No More Black Garbage Bags in Front of Co-ops and Condos?
March 13, 2020
Two new initiatives would send garbage bags into sealed bins.
Will Property Tax Reform Pit Renters Vs. Co-ops and Condos?
March 12, 2020
Renters shoulder more than their share, but reform unlikely to help.
Judge Tosses Lawsuit Against City’s Property Tax System
March 02, 2020
System may be “unfair,” but lawmakers should fix it, court rules.
Access for People With Disabilities: the Business Decision
Written by Frank Lovece on February 28, 2020
Flurry of "shakedown" ADA lawsuits hits co-op and condo boards.
Maks Etingin, New York Co-op Pioneer, Dies at 92
Written by Bill Morris on February 27, 2020
Son of the founder, he guided Orsid Realty through the conversion wave.
Bill Would Extend VA Loans to Co-op Buyers
February 26, 2020
New bill before Congress seeks to revive co-op mortgages for veterans.
Lack of “Political Will” Driving Lawsuit on Property Tax Reform
February 25, 2020
Coalition behind lawsuit is tired of waiting for politicians to act.
Should a Shareholder Broker Sales in the Co-op?
February 24, 2020
Care must be taken to avoid conflicts of interest.
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