Is it a conflict for a shareholder to be the manager of our five-unit co-op?

… identifying conflicts of interest If a members personal business interests conflict with a decision before the board …

By Emily Myers |August 14, 2023 - 9:30AM
How to research a landlord before you sign a lease

… youre getting before you sign a lease in New York City Odds are you  wont really find out whether youve landed a … a landlord ahead of time If you know what to look for there are some telltale signs when you visit the building to … stair might not be a major concern but small issues that arent quickly addressed can indicate a larger pattern of …

By Emily Myers |July 11, 2023 - 3:30PM
How to care for your vacation rental property when you don't live nearby

… Owning a vacation rental in the Berkshires or upstate New York can be … are cropping up in popular tourist areas Some were founded by people who were trying to rent their own properties out … there was a void in services Ray Vargas cofounder of  Home Sweet Hudson a rental management company in the …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 5, 2023 - 1:30PM
Co-op and condo board intel: How to choose a new laundry room vendor

it usually indicates dissatisfaction with the current company Given that these contracts last on average seven to 10 … be done with the utmost care and consideration  Start by asking your property manager to select a company that ticks … increase in water usage and a onetime capital expense in buying the machines and installing them so it becomes a

By Evelyn Battaglia |March 8, 2023 - 2:30PM