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Co-ops, Condos and Landlords Fight Ban on Criminal Background Checks
December 10, 2021
Bill before City Council sparks vigorous pushback.
For Co-op and Condo Boards, Now Is the Time to Electrify
Written by Bill Morris on December 08, 2021
New study says the grid is ready to handle the switch from boilers to heat pumps.
The Holidays Are Coming. Is Your Package Room Ready?
December 06, 2021
Co-op and condo boards need to address chaos in the package room.
Report Pegs the Added Value of Private Outdoor Space
November 29, 2021
Co-op and condo buyers treasure private outdoor space now more than ever.
City Council Set to Consider Extending J-51 Tax Breaks
Written by Bill Morris on November 26, 2021
Middle-class co-ops and condos anxiously await fate of prized tax abatements.
The Habitat Group Wishes You a Safe and Happy Holiday
November 25, 2021
Don't eat too much and don't shop too much!
Pay the Prevailing Wage or Forfeit the Tax Abatement?
Written by Bill Morris on November 24, 2021
Many co-op and condo boards will soon face some critical calculus.
Problem Solved: Boards Must be Open about Pandemic Surprises
November 23, 2021
When reserve funds cover operating expenses, problems can arise.
The Easy Way to Cut Carbon Emissions? A Green Electric Grid.
November 19, 2021
New NYU study says co-op and condo boards’ fears may prove groundless.
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.
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