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J-51 Tax Abatement for Co-ops and Condos Is Stuck in Limbo
Written by Bill Morris on November 18, 2021
City Council must act to revive means of paying for capital improvements.
Climate Change Time: It’s Five Minutes Till Midnight
Written by William D. McCracken on November 16, 2021
Co-op and condo boards need to start reducing their carbon footprint.
Compromise Required When Disabilities Clash With City Codes
November 15, 2021
Co-op and condo boards must grant reasonable accommodations – without violating the fire code.
Virtual Annual Meetings for Co-ops Are Here to Stay
Written by Bill Morris on November 11, 2021
Governor signs bill that turns pandemic stopgap into permanent fixture.
Fannie Mae Tightens Rules for Lenders in Wake of Condo Collapse
Written by Bill Morris on November 10, 2021
New guidelines on deferred maintenance, reserve funds and assessments.
Chuck Snyder, Head of NCB and a Co-op “Hero,” Dies at 68
November 09, 2021
Untimely death ends a productive 38-year career on behalf of co-ops.
Start Crunching Numbers Now to Avoid Carbon Emission Fines in 2024
November 09, 2021
The Climate Mobilization Act requires a long-range, holistic plan.
Democrats Reach Deal to Raise Cap on SALT Deduction to $80,000
November 08, 2021
Build Back Better bill still faces stern test in the U.S. Senate.
Dear Mary: How Should a Board Act When Under Attack?
Written by Mary Federico on November 05, 2021
Our advice columnist offers five easy ways to deal with lies and personal attacks.
New Report Offers Ways to Avoid Another Condo Collapse
Written by Bill Morris on November 03, 2021
Community Associations Institute urges tighter inspections, bigger reserves.
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