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The NY Policy Holders Protection Act

What's it to You?

Of all the duties - and challenges - a co-op or condo board has to keep track of, insurance likely doesn't rank among th…

Ten Years of NYC Home Sales

A Tale of Two Trends

NYC to Receive Community Land Trust Accelerator Funds

City Will Share Award with San Francisco

Sell vs. Sublet

Is Subletting a Real Option in a Down Market?

Second Lawsuit Challenges Controversial Rent Rules

Realty Group Claims Law Hobbles Landlords

Management

Major Building Construction Projects

Do You Have to Warn Your Neighbors?

Most buildings will have to undergo some kind of exterior or facade-related work at some point in their useful lives - i…

Management

Small Building Challenges

Tech to the Rescue?

Conflict in Client Communities

What's the Manger's Role?

2019 November

Inheriting Co-op Shares

Legal and Procedural Considerations

2019 October

Why Am I Being Deposed?

Unit Owner Depositions in Transition Litigations – a Primer

Finance

FHA Eases Financing Regs

Good News for First-Time Homebuyers

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA), which insures mortgages made by private lenders and banks, will ease condo …

Finance

2019 October

Protecting Your Reserve Funds

Prudent Investing Is Key

2019 October

The New York City Department of Finance

A Look at the City’s Money Managers

Paying off Underlying Mortgages

The Pros & Cons

Paying off Underlying Mortgages

The Pros & Cons

On The Board

Updating Your Documents

Is it Time for a Facelift?

The governing documents of a housing development—be it a cooperative, condominium, or homeowners association—spell out t…

2019 October

Maintaining Proper Records

Keeping a Digital Paper Trail

2019 October

Being Good Neighbors

Investing in Community Beyond Your Building

2019 October

Co-op/Condo Communities and Social Media

A Useful Tool for Some

2019 October

A More Affordable New York?

Housing Prices Benefit Some, Block Others

Managing Conflicts

How Managers Make Peace

Living in a multifamily dwelling requires tolerance for other people, particularly when those people are noisy, smelly, …

Managing Multifamily Buildings

What Are the Biggest Challenges?

Prioritizing Tasks

How Do Managers Manage?

2019 May

Changing Management

How to Know When it's Time

Manager Autonomy

How Much Do You Have?

Residents and Mental Health

What Should a Board Do if Someone is Struggling?

When a resident is, or appears to be struggling with mental health issues, knowing what to do or how to help can be a to…

Board Malfeasance

What to Do if You Suspect Foul Play

Managing Smaller Buildings

How Size Matters

What Traits Characterize the Best Functioning Boards?

(Hint: It's Communication!)

Love Thy Neighbor, But Not Their Issues - Addressing Quality of Life Conflicts Between Residents

Presented by Kagan Lubic Leper Finkelstein & Gold LLP - 2017 Cooperator Expo New York

Maintenance

DOB Expedites New Façade Inspection Rules

Physical Inspections to Replace Visual-Only Methods

After 60-year-old architect Erica Tishman was tragically killed the week before Christmas by loose material falling from…

How Often Should Windows Be Cleaned & Inspected?

The Answer..is Clear

NYC's New Multifamily Fire Safety Requirements

Is Your Building Prepared?

Assessing Your Building's Fire Safety Needs

How the Pros Do It

2019 November

Fireplace Safety and Maintenance

A Valuable Amenity Shouldn’t Be a Liability

Glass vs. Masonry

Which Façade Reigns Supreme?

Over the past two decades, New Yorkers have become increasingly used to seeing tall, reflective, glass residential tower…

Pre-Winter Maintenance

Roof, Boiler, and a Few Points in Between

2019 March

Facade Repair and Restoration

How to Know When It’s Time

2019 March

Exterior Cleaning

Cleanliness and Curb Appeal

2019 March

Maintaining Exterior Spaces

Safety, Longevity, and Aesthetics

Lobby Decor

To Furnish, or Not to Furnish?

While not usually considered an amenity per se, an elegantly appointed lobby can be both a draw for prospective purchase…

What Are the Most Effective Steps Boards Can Take to Fight Pests?

Hint: Keep it Clean!

Pest Issues in Multifamily Buildings

What Are the Toughest Ones to Address?

Decision 2016: Oil or Gas

The Latest on How to Handle Heating

2015 March

A Clear View

What’s New in Window Trends and Technology?

Organizations

A Tale of Two Co-ops

HDFCs in the Post-Gentrification Age

SEIU-32BJ Gives Amazon HQ an OK

Nation's Biggest Property Service Workers Union Approve of LIC Location

The Cooperator Expo New York Returns to Javits Thursday October 11th

Second Annual Fall Trade Show Will Draw Thousands

Void Where Prohibited

Local Group Challenges Use of 'Mechanical Void' to Heighten Condo Tower

CAI Big Apple Chapter Comes to Fruition

A Co-op, Condo, HOA Resource for New York City

Design

Built-In Apartment Features

A Matter of Personal Taste and Style

Repurposing Unused Space

Making Amenities Out of Nothing

The Latest in Green Design

Wellness, Sustainability and the Future of Residential Development

Alteration Agreements

The Prerequisite to Any Project

Design by Committee

Using Design Committees for Common Area Projects

Insurance

The Claim Conundrum

When to File vs. When to Pay

Warranties and Service Agreements

What You Should Know About Coverage

Combatting Kickbacks

Spotting and Stopping Fraud in Your Community

Directors and Officers Insurance

Must-Have, Or Luxury?

Boards' Biggest Insurance Blunders

...and How to Avoid Them

Events

Tue, Jan 28, 9:00pm – 12:00am

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Jan 28, 9:00pm – 12:00am add to calendar 28-01-2020 21:00 29-01-2020 00:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page.

Tue, Feb 4, 9:00pm – 12:00am

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Feb 4, 9:00pm – 12:00am add to calendar 04-02-2020 21:00 05-02-2020 00:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Feb 11, 9:00pm – 12:00am

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Feb 11, 9:00pm – 12:00am add to calendar 11-02-2020 21:00 12-02-2020 00:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Feb 18, 9:00pm – 12:00am

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Feb 18, 9:00pm – 12:00am add to calendar 18-02-2020 21:00 19-02-2020 00:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Feb 25, 9:00pm – 12:00am

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Feb 25, 9:00pm – 12:00am add to calendar 25-02-2020 21:00 26-02-2020 00:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 3, 9:00pm – 12:00am

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 3, 9:00pm – 12:00am add to calendar 03-03-2020 21:00 04-03-2020 00:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 10, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 10, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 10-03-2020 20:00 10-03-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 17, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 17, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 17-03-2020 20:00 17-03-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 24, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 24, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 24-03-2020 20:00 24-03-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 31, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Mar 31, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 31-03-2020 20:00 31-03-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Apr 7, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Apr 7, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 07-04-2020 20:00 07-04-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Apr 14, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Apr 14, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 14-04-2020 20:00 14-04-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Apr 21, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Apr 21, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 21-04-2020 20:00 21-04-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Apr 28, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Apr 28, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 28-04-2020 20:00 28-04-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, May 5, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, May 5, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 05-05-2020 20:00 05-05-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, May 12, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, May 12, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 12-05-2020 20:00 12-05-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, May 19, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, May 19, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 19-05-2020 20:00 19-05-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, May 26, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, May 26, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 26-05-2020 20:00 26-05-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Jun 2, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Jun 2, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 02-06-2020 20:00 02-06-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Jun 9, 8:00pm – 11:00pm

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

Tue, Jun 9, 8:00pm – 11:00pm add to calendar 09-06-2020 20:00 09-06-2020 23:00 America/New_York NYC DOB: Homeowners Night If you are a homeowner, tenant, small business owner or building manager, we encourage you to visit your local borough office where Department of Buildings staff can answer your questions and provide the information you need.Permits, construction codes, zoning regulations, sign offs, certificates of occupancy, place of assembly, equipment installations, violations and civil penalties are just a few of the things we can assist you with. Our plan examiners, inspectors and staff are here to help you build and live safely in New York City – no appointment needed. For information, visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/homeowner.page. MM/DD/YYYY

NYC DOB: Homeowners Night

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News

1/24/2020 Despite Record-Breaking Deals, Manhattan’s Luxury Market Stalled in 2019—Mansion Global

Despite a handful of headline-grabbing sales last year, Manhattan’s luxury real estate market stalled in 2019, according to a report Thursday from estate agency CORE.
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1/24/2020 The Reserve Fund Law and Its Many Unanswered Questions—Law.com

The process of converting a rental building in New York City to a condominium or co-op is a complicated one, involving many elaborate statutes.
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1/24/2020 Ivanka Trump’s famous childhood tale about building a Lego Trump Tower is false, new book says—Chronicles PR

A new book bolsters previous investigative reports that suggest that Ivanka Trump had an interesting relationship with the truth when she was starting out in her father’s real estate business and promoting his glitzy Trump-branded high-rise projects.
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1/24/2020 New Condos Teased at 15-Story ‘One Essex Crossing’—Bowery Boogie

Each month brings more significant updates for Essex Crossing. On the heels of the International Center of Photography launching its new flagship, the billion-dollar Lower East Side development this week rolled out more info about the CetraRuddy-designed condo tower at 202 Broome Street (aka Site 3).
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1/23/2020 ‘The West’ Tops Out At 547 West 47th Street In Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan—New York YIMBY

Earlier this week, construction officially topped out on The West, a new 12-story condominium tower at 547 West 47th Street in Hell’s Kitchen. Also addressed as 646 Eleventh Avenue, the building is expected to welcome residents by 2021.
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1/23/2020 Bill Would Make Brooklyn a Real Estate ‘Cease-and-Desist’ Zone—City Limits

Owner-occupied housing is the new front in the battle over the future of gentrifying neighborhoods, and advocates hoping to fend off aggressive investor interest think they might get a new defensive weapon: a cease-and-desist zone covering all of Brooklyn.
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1/22/2020 Meryl Streep’s Tribeca Penthouse Sells for $15.8 Million—The Wall Street Journal

Actress Meryl Streep has sold her New York apartment for $15.8 million. The downtown condo first came on the market for $24.6 million in August 2018, then underwent several price cuts. It was most recently relisted for $18.25 million last August, The Wall Street Journal reported.
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1/22/2020 Here’s Why Robert A.M. Stern’s Buildings Are Some of the Most Coveted in New York—Yahoo! Lifestyle

While Manhattan’s luxury market splutters and shudders like an old car on a cold morning, one architect has never been busier or in more demand—Robert A.M. Stern.
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1/22/2020 Opinion: City’s Fair Housing Report Is A Start, But We Must Go Further—City Limits

This month, the City of New York released a thorough plan that outlines strategies to advance fair housing in New York over the next five years. The draft plan is the result of a two-year process called Where We Live NYC (WWL), led by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).
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1/21/2020 Queens jazz legend Jimmy Heath dead at 93—Queens Chronicle

Jimmy Heath, the saxophonist, composer and arranger who launched the jazz studies program at Queens College in the early 1990s and then went on to form the unique Queens Jazz Orchestra, died Sunday at age 93.
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1/21/2020 Top 2019 legal developments affecting New York real estate—NYREJ

Among the numerous legal developments affecting New York’s real estate industry during 2019, the industry-rocking changes to the rent stabilization rules and several other notable developments stand out.
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1/21/2020 Permits Filed For 136-18 Maple Avenue In Flushing, Queens—New York YIMBY

Permits have been filed for a 14-story mixed-use building at 136-18 Maple Avenue in Flushing, Queens. Located at the intersection of Main Street and Maple Avenue, the lot is a few blocks south of the Main Street subway station, serviced by the 7 train. Vicki Zhi under the Main Street LLC is listed as the owner behind the applications.
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1/21/2020 January Slowdown Continues for Manhattan’s High-End Real Estate—Mansion Global

Manhattan’s luxury housing segment logged another slow week marked by major price discounts, according to a round-up from Olshan Realty released Monday.
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1/17/2020 How Motorized Window Treatments Help Fight Sun Glare—Residential Tech Today

It was a co-op apartment upgrade that sounded great on paper. Our 58-year-old building in New York City was finally getting a window overhaul: full-pane windows to replace legacy double-hung units that sometimes wouldn’t open and other times wouldn’t close. But as the installation date approached, we were so focused on the upheaval of the window frame removal that we didn’t anticipate the shade situation.
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1/17/2020 You’re Never Too Old to Apply for a Mortgage—Mansion Global

Mary Babinski, a senior loan officer with Motto Mortgage Champions in Trinity, Fla., recently wrote a 30-year loan for a retiree buying a home in New Port Richey. He had no problem qualifying, but he was surprised he could nonetheless.
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1/16/2020 Why Manhattan’s Skyscrapers Are Empty—The Atlantic

In Manhattan, the homeless shelters are full, and the luxury skyscrapers are vacant.
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1/16/2020 The woman influencing the face of luxury real estate—Thrive Global

Meet Janine Yorio, the CEO and founder of Compound, a new app that is reimagining how the world invests in urban residential real estate.
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1/16/2020 Tour the Bespoke NYC Co-Op of Two Art-World Maestros—Architectural Digest

Manhattan-based Richard Rabel founded his interiors and art-advising firm eight years ago, but his passion for design first revealed itself decades prior, when, as a child, he would sketch stools and other furnishings.
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1/15/2020 REBNY fighting to keep New York City strong—Real Estate Weekly

Throughout 2019, REBNY educated policymakers and the broader New York public about misguided City Council proposals to impose commercial rent control on the city’s commercial real estate market, as well an idea by the Mayor to implement a vacancy tax.
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1/15/2020 De Blasio administration, NYC Council poised to backtrack on penalties to affordable co-ops—New York Daily News

Mayor de Blasio’s administration voiced support Monday for measures that would exempt affordable co-ops from a law that requires owners register them with the city.
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