Condo vs. Co-op in New York City
Most people who live in New York City have a relatively firm understanding of the real estate market and nuances. Particularly true in regards to the trade-offs between condo vs.…
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Hiring a Property Management Company in NYC
Hiring a property management company will be one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a real estate investor. A person you’ll be entrusting with your investments, so naturally,…
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Deciding Between Condo vs Townhouse in New York City
When it comes to deciding between a condo vs. townhouse to purchase in New York City, most people think about condos and co-ops. There are several differences between these two…
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The Master Building Insurance Policy
Having insurance is vital for every homeowner, but a surprising number of people don’t understand what their insurance covers. Or, more specifically, what is covered by apartment insurance and what…
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How to Stop Hackers from Hacking Your Smart Home
The Internet of Things (IoT) is about connecting devices to the net. It involves many ordinary devices that are found around the home, such as coffee makers, washing machines, dryers,…
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Building Board of Directors Voting Particulars
Co-ops and condos both have a board of directors that oversee matters, but how they get into office is a bit opaque. While a directorship is an elected position, the…
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What is a Legal Bedroom in New York City?
As anyone who’s tried to find rental apartments in New York City knows, landlords tend to stretch the truth when it comes to room descriptions. Take, for instance, this Brooklyn…
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Fiduciary Duties of Your Buildings Board
Some co-op boards are notoriously strict, and there are questions to ask the condo board. However, even in the case of a problematic board member, they owe you a fiduciary…
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Condo or Co-op House Rules and Bylaws
Co-op or condo buyers or tenants in New York City should be aware there is a particular set of policies. The governing policies are called house rules. The house rules…
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Pre-War vs. Post-War in New York City
In New York City, knowing some primary real estate language can help sell a place. However, architectural semantics are confusing if you’re new to the New York City real estate…
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