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For Co-op and Condo Buyers, Due Diligence Matters More Than Ever
Written by Bill Morris on July 22, 2021
Florida condo collapse highlights the need to dig before buying.
A shift is under way to bend rules on everything from sublets to pets.
Low Rents Driving Investors Away From Condos
Written by Bill Morris on July 16, 2021
Rising sales of rental units boost owner occupancy.
PACE Loans for Co-op Energy Retrofits Are Just Days Away
Written by Paula Chin on July 14, 2021
Program will help boards comply with the Climate Mobilization Act.
Problem Solved: Noise From the Upstairs Neighbor
July 13, 2021
Architect succeeds at dampening most noise from the upstairs apartment.
Co-op boards forfeit some powers when sponsors sell units.
Co-op and Condo Property Tax Rate Dips Slightly
Written by Paula Chin on July 09, 2021
Impact on final tax bills, however, is expected to be minimal.
Good News for Co-ops and Condos: Sponsors Are Selling
Written by Mark N. Axinn on July 08, 2021
Uptick in sales of sponsor apartments is boosting owner occupancy.
Co-op and Condo Property Tax Abatement Extended for Two Years
Written by Bill Morris on July 01, 2021
Gov. Cuomo’s signature means prized tax relief will live on through June 2023.
A New Gray Area for Co-op Boards: Vaccine or Mask
July 05, 2021
Experts say policing a mask rule for unvaccinated residents gets tricky.
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