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Renovation
Want the look of a wood-burning fire in your NYC apartment? Consider an electric or bio-fuel fireplace
By Evelyn Battaglia |December 20, 2024 - 12:30PM
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Troubleshooting
How do I get a pigeon to stay off the window sill of my NYC apartment?
By Celia Young |September 24, 2024 - 2:30PM
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The Search
We asked NYC’s chatbot our real estate questions. Here’s what it got wrong
By Celia Young |April 12, 2024 - 12:30PM
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Products + Services
Looking to upgrade your NYC co-op or condo building's laundry room? Here are 6 ways to do that
By Evelyn Battaglia |April 5, 2023 - 3:30PM
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Troubleshooting
The basement in our rental floods often and I’d like to test the air quality. What’s the best way to do this?
By Emily Myers |June 23, 2022 - 1:30PM
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Roommates + Landlords
Do I need a landlord's permission to install a smart lock on my apartment's front door?
By Austin Havens-Bowen |April 28, 2022 - 1:00PM
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Design + Architecture
5 interior design apps to help you decorate your NYC apartment

… out new furniture to fit your new space Hiring an interior designer may be out of your budget so consider an app that can take the guesswork out of interior designand help you avoid making an expensive mistake  Apps like Modsy Havenly and Home Design 3D help you virtually plan and decorate your room or …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |April 5, 2022 - 1:30PM
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Products + Test-drives
5 smart hubs for your NYC apartment from Google, Amazon, Apple, and more
By Austin Havens-Bowen |March 1, 2022 - 9:30AM
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Products + Test-drives
The apps you need to make your life easier in NYC
By Austin Havens-Bowen |October 28, 2021 - 12:30PM
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Products + Services
6 waterproof storage solutions to protect your stuff from flood damage
By Austin Havens-Bowen |October 7, 2021 - 1:30PM