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Tough New Facade-Inspection Rules Kick In Today
Written by Frank Scanlon on February 20, 2020
Costs sure to rise as rules get tighter and fines get stiffer.
Are Rent Control and Vacancy Tax Coming to Commercial Spaces?
February 20, 2020
Mayor favors measures that could sting co-ops and condos
How Will Co-ops and Condos Pay for Energy-Efficiency Retrofits?
Written by William D. McCracken on February 18, 2020
Low interest rates and multiple financing options will be a boon to boards.
The Greek Hotelier Who Became a New York Property Manager
Written by Bill Morris on February 13, 2020
Tasos Magoulas came to America to start a new business and a new life.
Happy Presidents' Day!
February 17, 2020
The Habitat Group wishes all our readers a happy holiday.
Six Easy Pieces of Advice to Fight Proxy Fraud
Written by Paula Chin on February 14, 2020
A simple protocol is the best defense against election fraud.
New Bills Seek to Erase Lead From City Homes
February 12, 2020
Co-op and condo boards might have to check for lead.
Disabled Access Can Ramp Up Lawsuits
Written by Frank Lovece on February 11, 2020
The Americans with Disabilities Act has spawned a wave of dubious lawsuits.
10 Modest Proposals to Reform City Property Taxes
February 10, 2020
Here’s a timeline of an intractable, 40-year-old mess.
Will Property Tax Overhaul Lead to a Rush for the Exits?
February 07, 2020
Will Property Tax Overhaul Lead to a Rush for the Exits?
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