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Art Deco Co-op’s Redone Entryways Say “Welcome Home”
Written by Bill Morris on January 20, 2021
Shareholders learn to see the added value of a “slightly luxury” design.
Billionaires' Row Condo Sells After 50% Price Chop
January 12, 2021
In a sign of the times, One57 luxury tower registers its biggest loss ever.
High-End Condo Buyers Just Took Another Hit
January 11, 2021
New federal law pierces the veil of anonymous shell companies.
Co-op Board Learns That Emails Can Bite Back
Written by Victor M. Metsch on January 07, 2021
Bitter dispute between neighbors lands in court, delivers a lesson.
A Co-op’s Shareholders Bankroll Capital Projects
Written by Paula Chin on January 06, 2021
In-house loan allows co-op to make repairs without outside borrowing.
The Wellston’s Automatic Doors Are an Idea Whose Time Has Come
Written by Paula Chin on December 28, 2020
Condop board installed no-touch doors just before the pandemic hit.
The ‘Wizard of Oz’ Capital Projects at Morningside Gardens
Written by Marianne Schaefer on November 25, 2020
Co-op board tackles multiple projects at a very trying time.
Owner’s Rep Is a Co-op Board’s Eyes and Ears
Written by Bill Morris on December 09, 2020
Some management companies are offering expert oversight of capital projects.
State Law Nullifies Co-op Board’s Rule to Regulate Overnight Guests
December 07, 2020
Boards cannot require shareholders to get authorization for guests.
’Tis the Illegal Sublet Season – a Time for Extra Vigilance
Written by Bill Morris on November 19, 2020
Hell’s Kitchen co-op works hard not to become a holiday hotel.
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