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Co-op and Condo Sales Worst Since the Great Recession
October 07, 2019
Number and price of third quarter sales fell by 14 percent from a year ago.
Backup Generator Powers 55 Central Park West
Written by Marianne Schaefer on October 02, 2019
The new backup generator saved the day during last summer’s power outage.
Extell Offers "Rent-to-Own" at Luxury One Manhattan Square
October 03, 2019
Lower East Side condo tower’s new perk is a sign of the soft market.
Sponsors Must Now Pay Co-op Sublet Fees
Written by Bill Morris on October 03, 2019
Court ruling suggests holders of unsold shares must now pay sublet fees.
“5-Star” Rehab Facility May Be Coming to Billionaires’ Row
September 30, 2019
Failed condo conversion could become site of deluxe rehab and detox.
Even Iconic Co-ops Are Joining the Amenities Race
September 25, 2019
The Dakota, in response to the glut of condo amenities, has added a gym.
Only in New York: an “Upper-Class”-Action Lawsuit
September 19, 2019
Luxury condo buyer sues over missing wine chiller.
Donald Trump Jr. Votes to Keep Family Name on Condo Tower
September 13, 2019
Condo board votes to keep "Trump" but dump "Tower" from its name.
Lawyers for Disabled Plaintiffs Targeting Co-ops and Condos
Written by Marianne Schaefer on September 12, 2019
Fee-hungry lawyers profiting from Americans with Disabilities Act.
Trial Begins in Deadly East Village Gas Explosion
September 10, 2019
Trial will determine if explosion was manslaughter or a "tragic accident."
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