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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.
An Election Handbook Designed to Dispel Distrust
Written by Bill Morris on July 06, 2017
“Nobody will walk out of that meeting feeling the system is unfair.”
Bills Seek to End Conflicts of Interest on Co-op and Condo Boards
Written by Ron Egatz on June 29, 2017
Proposed laws would require annual reports on all contract awards.
The Clock Might Start Ticking on Co-op Sales
Written by Lisa Prevost on June 27, 2017
Bills would give boards 45 days to accept or reject apartment buyers.
Is Slack the Future of Board-Manager Communication?
Written by Kathryn Farrell on June 22, 2017
Messenger system cuts through the tech blizzard.
Beware When Revising Your Pet Policy
June 09, 2017
There are ways to avoid getting bitten when tackling this controversial task.
Like Mother, Like Daughter
Written by Tom Soter on May 01, 2017
Sue Dorn passed down something to her daughter, Martha: co-op board service.
Week by Week: April 24
April 24, 2017
How to put together the perfect board, and how to compute your building's tax bill.
There’s More Than One Way to Reach a Quorum
Written by Ron Egatz on April 11, 2017
Inventive boards find new ways to run legal annual meetings.
Week by Week: April 3
April 03, 2017
Reeling in back tax bills and tracking a possible rise in flood insurance rates.
Co-op Sublet Fees Can Give Renters a Shock
March 28, 2017
Broker advises renters to beware of excessive co-op “management fees.”
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