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.
It’s Time to Educate Employees on Sexual Harassment
Written by Bill Morris on February 19, 2019
New city and state laws require training for co-op and condo staffs.
Penn South Co-op’s New Software Will Boost Efficiency
Written by Tom Soter on February 14, 2019
Works orders and more will be integrated with current accounting system.
A Co-op Takes 7 Steps to Refurbishing Its Balconies
Written by Paula Chin on February 12, 2019
Cameo House co-op boards follows the lead of successful business managers.
Building Operator Training Program Offers Free, Hands-on Classes
Written by Ann Farmer on February 11, 2019
Supers, managers and board members can pitch in to save 20 percent on energy costs.
Last Call! Deadline for 2017 Benchmarking Data is February 15
February 11, 2019
Extension of deadline due to “technical issues” is about to expire.
Mediation Can Resolve Disputes Without Litigation
Written by Paula Chin on February 04, 2019
A professional mediator can act as a referee when neighbors disagree.
Elevator Repairmen Are Getting Popular – and Scarce
Written by Frank Lovece on February 01, 2019
New safety regs put squeeze on boards facing big decisions.
The Accountant Who Became a Property Manager
Written by Bill Morris on January 31, 2019
Dawn Dickstein also brought co-op board experience to her second career.
New Elevator Regs Are Looming
Written by Frank Lovece on January 28, 2019
New safety rules mean boards need to ask some tough questions – now.
It's Decision Time for Boards: Elevator Upgrades Are Coming
Written by Frank Lovece on January 25, 2019
The choice is between a cheap fix or a major overhaul.
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