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Why Should I Care If a Co-Op or Condo Has a Lot of Arrears?

Tips on Buying a NYC Apartment, New York City

of a property, potentially jeopardizing its ability to satisfy financial commitments to the mortgage holder

Expecting the Unexpected UNABRIDGED

Magazine Article by Tom Soter on August 01, 2015

plant of the building than I ever thought I would.” Mortgage coming due leads to opportunity. His ... Mortgages Renovation Water tanks

Warning Signs UNABRIDGED

Magazine Article by Stuart Saft on August 01, 2015

Boards should be wary of the questions they ask during buyer interviews. ... asks: “You look awfully fit for your age. Do you jog?” Near the end of the interview, yet another board

The Admissions Process Can Be a Minefield

New York City

the interview is just as problematic as asking the purchaser about his or her race or religious beliefs. "The ... asks: "You look awfully fit for your age. Do you jog?" Near the end of the interview, yet another board

Why Do I Have to Head Down to the Lobby When Someone I Don't Recognize Rings My Bell?

Tips on Buying a NYC Apartment, New York City

the minutes, and review the house rules with a broker and ask questions. An interview with the board

Siblings Say Lawyer Missed Co-op Building's Red Flags

New York City

recommended by their broker — things haven't turned out quite how they imagined. "We’ve discovered several

Why Do I Have to Ask the Board Whether It's Okay to Get a Dishwasher?

Tips on Buying a NYC Apartment, New York City

, but the broker said I would have to ask the board. The apartment I want to buy already has a washer/dryer, so why ... Why Do I Have to Ask the Board Whether It's Okay to Get a Dishwasher?

Forget Finding Your Soulmate, This App Lets You Find Your Dream Home

New York City

, 43 asked themselves when they came up with the idea for HomeSwipe. Like dating app Tinder, HomeSwipe

What Happens When You Want to Make an Offer on a Deceased Neighbor's Apartment?

New York City

asks Brickunderground for advice on how to appropriately handle the situation, especially since

Should You Take an Inspector on a Final Walk-Through Before Closing on an Apartment?

New York City

Buying an apartment in New York City is a complex affair. In this week's Ask Real Estate column

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Diane Nov 12, 2024

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Ask the Experts

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Learn all the basics of NYC co-op and condo management, with straight talk from heavy hitters in the field of co-op or condo apartments

Professionals in some of the key fields of co-op and condo board governance and building management answer common questions in their areas of expertise

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