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.
The Tricky Art of Replacing Windows in Historic Districts
Written by David Bogoslaw on March 02, 2018
Boards learn to jump through hoops during Tudor City window jobs.
The Stock Trader Who Became a Property Manager
Written by Bill Morris on March 01, 2018
After the dot-com bubble burst, Peter von Simson built a new career.
Historic Window Replacements Require Extra Planning
Written by David Bogoslaw on February 23, 2018
An architect can help win Landmarks Preservation Commission approval.
New Elevator Regulations Are Coming Up
Written by Frank Lovece on February 20, 2018
Now is the time for boards to start planning for compliance.
When Your Neighbor Hates Your Dog(s)
February 13, 2018
Co-op boards unlikely to intervene in doggy disputes.
Keys to a Successful Window Job: Preparation, Preparation, Preparation
Written by David Bogoslaw on February 12, 2018
How the Vermeer replaced 3,000 windows with minimal disruption.
When Mold Invades From the Building Next Door
February 06, 2018
Boards, not shareholders, must enforce agreements with contractors.
Costly Elevator Safety Regs Are Coming
Written by Frank Lovece on February 05, 2018
Boards can't afford to procrastinate as compliance with new rules looms.
It's Time to Draft a Smoking Policy
Written by Paula Chin on January 30, 2018
New law requires policy to be in place – and posted – by August.
Disaster Prep Saves Six Times as Much as It Costs
January 24, 2018
With disasters worsening, new evidence that it pays to prepare.
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