Where renters can turn during the pandemic, apartment buildings brace for staff shortages, & more

By Jennifer White Karp | March 20, 2020 - 3:00PM

This week, readers turned to Brick Underground for information on how the coronavirus pandemic is impacting real estate and living in New York City, including an article on some of the ways renters can get some financial assistance.

Another article of interest: Managing companies have been warning boards that staff member shortages may result in residents having to pitch in and care for their buildings themselves.

Here, in full, are this week's most popular posts.

1) New York renters hurt financially by coronavirus may get some relief

2) As coronavirus fears grow, questions loom for NYC apartment buildings [UPDATED]

3) Some NYC apartment buildings told to prep for coronavirus like a doorman strike

4) NYU students scrambling after sudden notice to vacate dorms by March 22 [UPDATED]

5) Gyms, pools, and playrooms close and move-ins canceled in NYC buildings to limit coronavirus spread

Jennifer White Karp

Managing Editor

Jennifer steers Brick Underground’s editorial coverage of New York City residential real estate and writes articles on market trends and strategies for buyers, sellers, and renters. Jennifer’s 15-year career in New York City real estate journalism includes stints as a writer and editor at The Real Deal and its spinoff publication, Luxury Listings NYC.

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