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Problem Solved: An Elevator Modernization Takes a Nasty Twist
December 27, 2022
Surprises happen, and boards should set money aside to handle them.
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.
At This Manhattan Co-op, the Super Is the In-House Historian
Written by Michele Cardella on October 07, 2022
Museum artifacts range from a Captain America shield to ancient beer cans.
Tribeca Condo Buyer Sues Broker and Seller Over Virtual Doorman
September 06, 2022
Lawsuit claims luxury condo buyer was lied to during sale.
Condo Boards Have New Weapon to Correct Construction Defects
Written by Bill Morris on February 24, 2022
Court orders $1.1 million set aside to cover sponsor’s missteps.
In This Co-op, Neighbors Live On Long After They Move Out
Written by Michele Cardella on October 15, 2021
The Smiths moved out of "The Smith Apartment" more than a decade ago.
In Florida, New Yorker Learns There's No Place Like Home
Written by Michele Cardella on July 06, 2021
Tribeca co-op resident sees the "good" life in Florida, then hurries home.
This Co-op Wants to Hang on to Some COVID-19 Practices
Written by Michele Cardella on June 11, 2021
As the city reopens, one shareholder sees the good side of a very bad year.
With the Right Tool, Anything Is Possible at This Tribeca Co-op
Written by Michele Cardella on March 05, 2021
Tools have an unknowable number of unintended uses.
The Five Stages of a Co-op's Elevator Grief
Written by Michele Cardella on February 19, 2021
A co-op's shareholders learn that anger doesn't fix a broken elevator.
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