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To Every Roof Job There is a Reason UNABRIDGED

Magazine Article by Anita Konfederak, Vice President of Merritt Engineering Consultants on June 10, 2019

Inclement weather, noise, and existing defects are just a few problems that can befall a roof ... A roof replacement is a straightforward job, isn’t it? Not always. We had a $1.1 million project

When Homeowners Harass and Board Members Bully: Strategies to Stop It

New York City

with bullying. " Surprisingly, lawyers get bullied too. We've received simple death threats, insults about our ... . This purchase is more than just buying a home, it's investing in a housing corporation. Articles, here ... members do about it? ... Bullies: They're not just for high school anymore. Co-ops and condos all seem to have one or two

Reining in the Rentals UNABRIDGED

Magazine Article by Soter, Tom on February 01, 2002

because there are too many sublets - yet getting rid of the sublets means forcing the owners to make sales ... cooperative, fewer than 50 percent were occupied by shareholders. That meant the property was on its way

How to Keep Work Legal UNABRIDGED

Magazine Article by Steven Troop on November 01, 2015

Don’t rely on just one person to keep track of work in your building – make sure all DOB permits ... one person to do it. Potential building liability is too great to let this go.

Work Out UNABRIDGED

Magazine Article by Bill Morris on April 01, 2015

It’s the nichiest of niche businesses. Unsold shares are not easily financed ... completed a bulk sale of its unsold shares in Donner Gardens – 120 apartments – in 2008, just before

Ask Habitat: How Can Our Board Revise the Pet Policy So It's Fair for Everybody?

New York City

be spayed or neutered? You can make exceptions for dogs that are too old or sick for surgery. require ... . This purchase is more than just buying a home, it's investing in a housing corporation. Articles, here ... on how we can accomplish a fairer, more inclusive policy? Do you think it's even possible? What advice ... Ask Habitat: How Can Our Board Revise the Pet Policy So It's Fair for Everybody?

The Tough Board Syndrome UNABRIDGED

Magazine Article by Soter, Tom on January 01, 2003

in their building, they should avoid being too tough on potential shareholders. Boards, brokers and managers share ... . No call came. This time, the board simply had too much on its agenda to interview the prospective tenants

The Smell of Gas UNABRIDGED

Magazine Article by Kathleen Lucadamo on September 01, 2014

As the city changes the way it copes with gas leaks, it’s more important than ever to understand ... smelled gas but not too many people had pursued it,” says Rosal. “When you smell gas, it’s not going

This Mold House UNABRIDGED

Magazine Article by Richard Siegler on January 01, 2007

This just in: mold is not a threat. Legally, at least. A significant court ruling answers ... into evidence to demonstrate its methodology and results. The report described the six-story, brick building

Two More Keys to Unlocking the Audited Financial Statement

New York City

to consider the adequacy of the reserve fund. If it’s deemed too low, what is the plan to replenish it? Beer ... -ops and condos face legal and financial challenges that have to be solved. Whether it's a question of how ... It's important to make sure reserve funds and security deposits are in the right places.

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