From building repairs and maintenance, energy upgrades, insurance, lobby redesigns, accounting and financing - the challenges facing co-op and condominium board directors... more
A new board at a 150-unit Westchester co-op was eager to take charge and make changes only to find themselves... more
With nearly 40% of a typical $2 million facade project going to "soft costs" like scaffolding and sidewalk sheds, smart... more
During the period when a new condominium comes on the market and the sponsor finally turns over control to the... more
A Yorkville co-op's successful HVAC upgrade demonstrates how boards can tackle Local Law 97 compliance while achieving significant cost savings.... more
Rainwater is becoming more intense and groundwater tables are rising throughout New York City. 10 Plaza Street East, a Brooklyn... more
When a loft condominium faced a potential collapse, residents were forced to vacate, revealing the financial and logistical challenges of... more
Budgeting is always a complicated affair and increasing insurance costs have made this even more challenging. Jason Schiciano, co-president at... more
Board members of newly constructed condominiums often find themselves battling a sponsor over construction defects, leading many to wonder why... more
What approach works best with façade issues: Band-Aid repairs or full-blown replacement? Depends on each building, and 245 West 99th... more
It was a dark, dim lobby with no package storage, a small mail room, faux fireplaces with two sad chairs... more