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Rent
The gas is off in my NYC building. Can I get a rent abatement and lower rent when I renew?
By Emily Myers |May 1, 2023 - 9:30AM
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Renovation
Can I get out of a renovation contract if the work hasn't started?
By Emily Myers |April 24, 2023 - 9:30AM
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Live
Our NYC building has a high energy efficiency rating. Does that mean we can avoid major Local Law 97 upgrades?
By Emily Myers |April 17, 2023 - 9:30AM
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Sales Market
Do carrying costs include monthly mortgage payments?
By Emily Myers |April 10, 2023 - 10:00AM
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Live
Can you get paid for serving on your co-op or condo board?
By Emily Myers |April 3, 2023 - 9:30AM
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The Search
I can't get the last two years of financial statements for a co-op I want to buy. Is this a red flag?
By Emily Myers |March 27, 2023 - 10:00AM
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Live
How often should our property manager be at our co-op building?
By Emily Myers |March 13, 2023 - 9:30AM
Red brick apartment building Harlem NYC
Affordable Housing
A landlord won't accept my housing voucher. What can I do?
By Emily Myers |March 6, 2023 - 9:30AM
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Rent
Do I need to keep the heat on to prevent pipes freezing or is that the landlord's responsibility?
By Emily Myers |February 27, 2023 - 10:00AM
Here's how to understand the three basic types of estimates for construction work so you can make an informed choice. 
Improve
How to evaluate different types of NYC contractor bids when you're renovating
By Emily Myers |February 21, 2023 - 12:30PM