HABITAT
NYC co-ops and condos, like all residential apartment buildings, are bricks and mortar. They need care, maintenance, and money to pay for the upkeep. The goal, though, is not to make a profit, but to create an environment that owners want to live and invest in. How co-op and condo buildings do that in New York City is what you'll find here.
Brooklyn Condo Charged With Discriminating Against Disabled
September 24, 2019
Federal government hits developer for failing to provide accommodations.
Can a Co-op Board Require Homeowners’ Insurance?
September 23, 2019
Requirements are enforceable if they’re in the proprietary lease.
When Property Managers Play Superhero
September 16, 2019
A troubled property can be an enticing challenge.
Trial Begins in Deadly East Village Gas Explosion
September 10, 2019
Trial will determine if explosion was manslaughter or a "tragic accident."
The Right Way to Get Rid of a Slacker Staffer
September 06, 2019
Document poor performance with “progressive discipline.”
Is It Kosher for a Condo To Be Kosher?
September 05, 2019
A condo’s kosher restaurant does not illegally impose a religious obligation.
Video Doorbell: Crime-Fighter or Big Brother?
September 04, 2019
Amazon’s Ring partners with 400 police departments to share video footage.
Bedbugs Turned This Co-op Into a Community
September 03, 2019
Shareholders come together to help elderly neighbors age in place.
Take the Rest of the Day Off
September 02, 2019
The Habitat Group wishes you a safe and happy Labor Day!
Some Massive Capital Projects Aren't So Scary
August 27, 2019
Cracking terraces on this high-rise co-op turned out to be an easy fix.
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