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How do NYC co-ops and condos operate? Governed by an elected board of directors, these housing corporations are like mini-cities with their own bylaws and governing documents. Here you'll find articles on a wide range of topics that co-op and condo board directors need to understand to govern their housing corporation wisely.
New Condo Boards Need to Address Building Flaws Quickly
Written by Paula Chin on December 28, 2018
Statute of limitations applies to remedies for construction defects.
The Clock Is Ticking on Preparing Conflict-of-Interest Reports
Written by Marianne Schaefer on December 20, 2018
New law places confusing demands on co-op and condo boards.
The Many Virtues of Staggered Board Terms
Written by Lisa Prevost on December 14, 2018
They provide continuity, guidance, and institutional memory.
Fighting Fraud at the Ballot Box
December 13, 2018
There are ways to ensure the integrity of co-op and condo board elections.
The Perils of Social Media in Co-ops.
December 12, 2018
Instagram post leads co-op board to re-inspect renovation project.
Those First Baby Steps for New Condo Boards
Written by Paula Chin on December 11, 2018
Running a building is difficult, but not impossible.
Westchester County Moves to Speed Co-op Sales
Written by Rose Horowitz on December 06, 2018
New law stops short of requiring reasons for rejecting buyers.
When a Co-op Board Misuses an Application Package
November 29, 2018
Boards must prevent the unethical use of buyers’ personal information.
Judging If Buyers Are Fiscally Fit
Written by Frank Lovece on November 05, 2018
Co-op boards must walk a fine line when assessing potential buyers.
Which Rule Rules?
Written by Victor M. Metsch on October 18, 2018
Lease’s demand for “reasonable” decisions trumps Business Judgment Rule.
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