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.
Cost and Liability Shouldn't Short-Circuit Long-Range Planning
Written by Lisa Prevost on January 16, 2018
Co-op and condo boards need to know their building's long-term needs.
The Prosecutor Who Became a Property Manager
Written by Bill Morris on January 11, 2018
Working for a legend taught Neil Davidowitz about fairness and justice.
Now People Want to UNcombine Their Apartments
January 03, 2018
Some shareholders downsizing their gargantuan apartments.
Co-op Board Learns to Act Fast After a Disaster
Written by Frank Lovece on January 02, 2018
In times of crisis, the biggest problems are the most basic ones.
A New Tool to Fight Commercial Space Vacancies
Written by David Bogoslaw on December 22, 2017
Long-term leases bring boards a guaranteed revenue stream.
Co-ops and Condos, Like Restaurants, to Get Letter Grades
December 20, 2017
New laws will require co-op and condo boards to post their energy-efficiency grade.
First Steps When Disaster Strikes
Written by Frank Lovece on December 12, 2017
A co-op board navigates the immediate aftermath of a devastating fire.
Cut! Soho Condo Board Says No Show for J. Lo
December 11, 2017
Film crew banned from big penthouse with big arrears bill.
This Is Why Buildings Need Constant Inspecting
Written by Bill Morris on December 08, 2017
New tool helps track “frost jacking,” a cause of cracks – and leaks – in facades.
The Super Who Became a Property Manager
Written by Bill Morris on December 07, 2017
Running buildings is in Brian Scally’s DNA.
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