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NYC co-ops and condos face legal and financial challenges that have to be solved. Whether it's a question of how to raise more money, how to deal with angry owners, or the best ways to work with a building's accountant or lawyer, co-op and condo board directors have to make decisions. The collection of articles here will help your co-op or condo board navigate these waters.
A Public Adjuster Can Untangle Multiple Insurance Claims
Written by Ann Farmer on November 11, 2019
Complex insurance claims might require outside expertise.
Condo Hit With Assessment and Common Charge Jump
November 08, 2019
Poor management – and slack board oversight – bring double disaster.
Is Retail Rent Stabilization on the Way?
November 08, 2019
City Council bill hopes to combat storefront vacancies.
Co-ops Seeking Protection From the Tenant Protection Act
Written by Geoffrey Mazel on November 07, 2019
Activists push back against law’s unintended fallout.
Costs and Income Must Be in Balance
November 05, 2019
Maintenance hikes are painful and unpopular – and often unavoidable.
25 CPW Condo Lawsuit Fails to Block Central Park West Bike Lane
October 28, 2019
"Meritless" lawsuit is tossed after bicyclist died.
Plan to Re-evaluate NYC Property Tax System Proposed
October 25, 2019
With promised reforms stalled, city council seeks regular re-evaluations.
Co-op and Condo Boards Must Pay Overtime to Live-In Supers
Written by Emanuela Lupu-Ferrante and Jack Malley on October 15, 2019
U.S. Department of Labor seeks to clarify confusion on staff pay.
City Failing to Collect Millions in Property Taxes
October 04, 2019
New report blasts lax practices by the Department of Finance.
Sponsors Must Now Pay Co-op Sublet Fees
Written by Bill Morris on October 03, 2019
Court ruling suggests holders of unsold shares must now pay sublet fees.
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