With political divisions a hallmark of the times, debates about free speech dominating many a news feed, and midterm elections looming, many co-op, condo, and HOA boards are fielding questions - and complaints - about political signage and …
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Nearly every building and managing agent has either faced a discrimination complaint over a reasonable accommodation request, or will face one eventually - whether over a pet in a no-pets building, the installation of a handicap access ramp…
When it comes to customizable financing options for co-ops, today’s lending landscape is more diverse than ever before. The array of options for structuring an underlying mortgage to meet your community’s unique needs and long-term objectiv…
Hospitality is more than a hashtag – it’s a philosophy of service that cultivates a culture of comfort and trust. In this informative panel discussion, management leaders from 53W53, 432 Park Avenue, The Plaza Condominiums and The Beekman R…
Many co-op and condo boards are exploring solar as a potential source of energy for their buildings. This enlightening conversation will explain how solar works, break down the costs involved—as well as incentive and subsidy programs and fi…
In the ongoing climate of escalated prices and supply delays, this seminar will offer an attorney’s perspective and advice for co-ops and condos regarding general preparedness, potential pitfalls, and financial, operational, construction an…
Even the most capable board can get tripped up around how to exercise its authority to regulate trust and LLC transfers, charging fees for leasing apartments, imposing fines and late fees, requiring residents to carry insurance - even every…
As the effects of climate change intensify, apartment communities are faced with new and newly stringent requirements on many fronts in an effort to slow the tide. These range from converting from fossil fuels to more efficient types of ren…
If you live in a condominium, cooperative or HOA, you’re participating in a small-scale democracy run by an elected group of volunteers. As in any democracy, those affected by the board’s decisions are encouraged to get involved in the proc…
We hear about them all the time. Whole movies are made about them. Those nosey, controlling, downright hostile neighbors who can make your life miserable. Having one down the hall or next door is bad enough—imagine what happens when they e…