Dianne Ackerman

New Yorkers are Marie Kondo-ing their apartments and discarding lots of stuff. But there are better ways to give things away then leaving them outside your building. Ms. Demeanor breaks down a few options.

Ms. Demeanor explains to a new co-op owner how home owners insurance works.

Ms. Demeanor explains that majority rules when it comes to a board. Switching management companies is not easy, but is something that needs to be done if the company is not up to the job. Here's her advice.

Ms. Demeanor has suggestions for how a NYC building can care for its flowers and plants.

If a neighbor's tree is encroaching on your property, you can trim it but Ms. Demeanor recommends a different approach: Talk to your neighbor first. Also use a professional tree service because you would be on the hook if you cause damage to your neighbor's property.

Ms. Demeanor advises a new resident who is receiving annoying telemarketing calls as a result of an unethical board member shared personal information.