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.
Don’t Rubber Stamp an Engineer’s Report
Written by Jackeline Monzon on August 29, 2017
Boards can avoid unnecessary expenses on Local Law 11 repairs.
How to Turn a Staffing Problem Into an Opportunity
Written by Mark Hoffman on August 28, 2017
A co-op board filled two jobs with one perfect applicant.
Roof Rights and Roof Decks: Owners Beware
Written by Tom Soter on August 24, 2017
Boards need to have a clear and direct policy when dealing with roof deck repairs and replacements.
Get Tomorrow’s Technology Today
Written by Nadav Weg on August 22, 2017
Whatever is cutting-edge today will be the norm in five years.
New York Has More Than 500 Vacant Buildings
August 17, 2017
"Jam-packed" New York is full of vacant opportunities.
Good Records Can Help Correct Faulty Filings
Written by Gary Andriotis on August 15, 2017
A typo can lead to fines and other headaches if records are not in order.
When Capital Projects Stall, Press Reset
Written by Jacob Sirotkin on August 11, 2017
Boards need to expect surprises, then adapt when they hit.
Only in Brooklyn: Discrimination Against Baby Strollers
August 10, 2017
Co-op says parents with strollers must use the building’s rear door.
In an Emergency, Your First Call Isn’t Always the Best Call
Written by Dawn Dickstein on August 07, 2017
Boards and managers should weigh alternative solutions when disaster hits.
Courses Teach Building Staffs to Deal With Disaster
Written by Marianne Schaefer on August 03, 2017
Staffs and board members can earn FEMA certification.
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