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.
Under GOP Tax “Cuts,” 11 Million Get Pockets Picked
February 28, 2019
New York and New Jersey taxpayers “hammered” by new deduction cap.
When a Foreclosure Sale Fizzles, Expect Fireworks
Written by Dale J. Degenshein on February 25, 2019
Boards need to know the rights of shareholders, lenders, and purchasers.
The Best Defense Against a Charge of Defamation
Written by Victor M. Metsch on February 21, 2019
Truth and opinion have a place in board elections, malice does not.
Some Trusts Are Welcome, Others Less So
Written by Ann Farmer on February 18, 2019
Fractional ownership of an apartment is still frowned on by boards.
Mediation Is One Way to Avoid Litigation
Written by Paula Chin on February 15, 2019
Co-op and condo boards can resolve disputes without going to court.
Amazon Pull-out Stuns – and Splits – New York
February 15, 2019
Company walks away from $3 billion in incentives to build in Queens.
Cries of “Soak the Rich” Are Heard in Luxury New York Condos
February 13, 2019
Pied-a-terre tax gains new momentum in Democrat-controlled Legislature.
Tax Season Is Upon Us. Let the Confusion Begin!
February 12, 2019
Tax software demands more current mortgage info than the IRS.
A Brooklyn Luxury Condo With Monster Arrears
February 08, 2019
Liens filed against Chinese developer over $250,000 in unpaid common charges.
Co-op Boards Are Not Quality-Control Watchdogs
Written by Victor M. Metsch on February 07, 2019
Board not responsible for shoddy work in “luxury” apartment renovation.