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Worker’s Death at Co-op Underscores Importance of Air-Tight Insurance
Written by Scott S. Greenspun and Jillian Menna on December 01, 2022
Co-op and condo boards can leave nothing to chance during repairs.
Tax Abatements Are Prized by Condo Buyers in a Tight Market
November 29, 2022
With interests rates high and inventory low, tax breaks have become a plum.
Co-op and Condo Boards Begin Tackling Fire Risk From E-Bikes
Written by Bill Morris on November 25, 2022
Some boards are mulling changes to house rules as a quick fix.
Problem Solved: Owners Squabbling Over Necessary Structural Repairs
November 22, 2022
Deferred maintenance and foot-dragging are no longer viable options.
Co-op and Condo Boards Urged to Act to Prevent E-Bike Fires
November 14, 2022
Law firm advising clients to amend house rules now, then look at governing documents.
Tsunami of Packages Pushes Condo Board to Update Lobby
Written by Bill Morris on November 09, 2022
Out of date and out of step with the times, this lobby needed help.
Staff at Luxury Tribeca Condo Walks Off the Job
Written by Bill Morris on October 21, 2022
Workers are angry over management's failure to negotiate a union contract.
Manhattan Retail Rents Notch First Uptick Since 2016
October 17, 2022
A prime source of co-op and condo income may be on the rebound.
Video Doorbells Pitting Security Against the Right to Privacy
Written by Bill Morris on August 05, 2021
Co-op and condo boards need to take a stand on new breed of watchdog.
White-Glove Co-ops Are Finally Loosening Their Rules
October 10, 2022
Rules on down payments and renovations are two of the market-driven changes.
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