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Does the Five-Year-Hold Rule Hold Water?
August 22, 2018
An analysis of recent co-op sales suggests that the adage is valid.
A Housing Cooperative Is a Mini-Democracy
Written by Victor M. Metsch on August 16, 2018
Suit over disputed annual election underscores that the majority still rules.
Q&A With a Riverside Drive Architecture Buff
Written by Tom Soter on July 13, 2018
Jeff Byles has become a steward for his co-op's 19th-century buildings.
Hardwired Intercom Trumps Smartphone Technology
Written by Bill Morris on July 11, 2018
With eye on older residents, co-op board keeps its hardwired system, adds video.
Judge Tells Madonna to Lay Off Her Co-op Board
July 03, 2018
Singer has no right to examine co-op’s votes or meeting minutes.
Buyer Beware, Seller Be Honest
June 25, 2018
Candor can prevent dashed hopes during an apartment sale.
Judge rules board is free to remove Trump name from facade.
Eric Trump Slams “Rogue” Upper West Side Condo Owners
April 26, 2018
First son fights effort to remove family name from Trump Place.
How the Art Deco Hallways Were Redone
Written by Linda Connelly on April 10, 2018
A design committee’s roadmap for tackling a hallway makeover.
The Making of a Dedicated Design Committee
Written by Linda Connelly on April 09, 2018
“Gang of Six” comes together to lead tricky hallway renovation.
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