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A Portrait of the Green Thumb as a Board President

NYC Co-op Leader Shares His Green Initiatives

With a recent push by Mayor Bill de Blasio to extend former Mayor Michael Bloomberg's "Carbon Challenge" progr…

FirstService Introduces 'Active Shooter' Seminar

Managers Prepare Residents for the Unimaginable

Condo Developers Find New Target: Co-ops

Why Some NYC Shareholders Are Facing Eviction

NYC's Micro Units Change the Housing Game for Singles

Will Micro Condos Be Next?

Will Complete Smoking Bans Catch on for Condos and Co-ops?

Making Sense of the Newest Smoking Bans

Management

Problematic Residents

Coping With Disruptive Neighbors

Home is the place where you come to escape all the sounds, smells and people that you may encounter outside of your own …

Management

2016 January

Keeping the Lines Open

The Importance of Good Communication

2016 January

Improving Meeting Effectiveness

A Meeting of the Minds

2016 January

How to Evaluate Your Property Manager

The Litmus Test for Managers

2016 January

What Size Management Company ?

Is Bigger Always Better?

Finance

The Clubhouse Rules

Renting Out Common Areas

Amenities can be a major selling point for any co-op or condo. You don't have to be Jillian Michaels these days to have …

Finance

2015 October

Control Your Operating Costs

Budget Tips for Co-ops, Condos & HOAs

2015 October

Flip Taxes or Transfer Fees

What You Need to Know

2015 October

Planning for the Future

Keeping it All in Reserve

2015 October

Forensic Accounting

Dealing with Fraud in Your Building

On The Board

How to Run a Successful Board Meeting

Protocols and Procedures

Having served the greater New York co-op and condo community for more than 60 years, Argo Real Estate is fully committed…

2016 February

Co-ops Around the Globe

It Takes a Village

2016 February

Board Transparency

Lifting the Veil of Silence

2016 February

Managing Building Staff

Smart Delegation is Key

2016 February

Training New Board Members

Shortening the Learning Curve

Knowing When to Call Your Manager

Response to Calls is an Essential Part of the Manager’s Job

Olivia Pope, the main character on ABC’s Scandal,is a professional fixer. If you have a problem—any problem…

2014 January

Secrets of Successful Managers

Communication, Accommodation, Cooperation

2014 January

Managing Amenities

Who’s in Charge of What?

2014 January

Changing Managers or Firms?

Don’t Overlook the Details

2012 January

A Matter of Style

Different Buildings, Different Approaches

Keeping Track of Paperwork

Properly Managing the Board’s Records

Serving on the board is not all fun and games, glamor and glory. There’s also some paperwork involved. In fact, t…

2014 February

Board Owner Do’s and Don’ts

What Makes a Board Successful

2014 February

Making the Switch

Transitioning From Sponsor to Owner Control

2014 February

Howdy, Neighbor

Cultivating a Sense of Community

2013 February

Building Traits of Successful Boards

Common Traits of Successful Boards

Maintenance

The Drone Debate Hovers Over Co-ops and Condos

The Latest on Drone Regulations

Drones: destined to be the scourge of the skies? Or a brilliant convenience that allows people to complete everyday task…

2016 January

Can it Wait?

Prioritizing Maintenance Repairs

2015 December

Removing Snow & Ice

Plan Ahead for Winter Survival

2015 November

Don’t Get Your Building into Hot Water

A Closer Look at Maintaining Your Hot Water System

2015 November

Maintenance Tips for Buildings

From the Top to the Bottom

Heavy Metal

Caring for Your Exterior Metallic Elements

The Dakota co-op building is one of the most iconic New York City apartment buildings, home to many cultural luminaries…

2015 March

Caring for Paved Surfaces

It's a Pave New World

2015 March

Understanding Local Law 11

A Basic Guide to Facade Inspections

2014 March

Up on the Roof

What You Need to Know About Roof Tanks

2014 March

Keeping the Sky From Falling

Construction Sheds, Exterior Scaffolds and Pedestrian Safety

A Clear View

What’s New in Window Trends and Technology?

Windows can dramatically change any space, from transforming a tiny kitchen into a front row seat to a glorious skyline…

2014 November

The Human Factor

What You Need to Know About Staff Management

2014 November

Plumbing the Depths

Pipes, Drains and Your HOA's Water Supply

2014 November

Boiler Maintenance Basics

The Heat is On

2014 November

Your Building's Anatomy

Systems That Keep Your Building Running

Organizations

New York City Superintendents Technical Association

Representation, Education and Communication

SEIU Local 32BJ

Keeping Your Buildings Safe and Secure

The Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Trading Places in the Big Apple

A Look at the Westchester CCAC

A Sounding Board for the County's Co-ops and Condos

NYARM's School of Property Management

Raising the Bar for Management Pros

Design

Fix 'er Up

Scheduling Maintenance Projects

A New Look for Your Lobby

Redecorating Your Common Areas

Age Appropriate Programming

From Kids to Seniors

Unique Amenities

What's New in Today's Market?

Spring in Your Step

Readying Your Co-op or Condo for Warmer Days

Insurance