We work closely with New York City (NYC) buildings and boards to remain in compliance with all the city, state, and federal laws that impact the way your association is managed. As you know, without proper expertise and guidance, it’s easy to make a mistake, and those...
Just about everyone has a love/hate relationship with virtual meetings. While they’re convenient, secure, and more inclusive, it also means more screen time and less personal interaction. They’re here to stay, though, and there’s good news for virtual meetings and for...
Co-op and condo board members have a responsibility to keep their buildings safe, habitable, and protected. How safe is your NYC building? In New York City, buildings taller than six stories must have their façades inspected every five years. This requirement falls...
Anyone owning or managing a building in Harlem or throughout New York City expects to deal with inspections and reports and constant safety updates. It can often seem overwhelming, however, especially if you find yourself with a building that lingers somewhere between...
One of the most significant and most technical responsibilities a co-op board has is to pay the property tax for the whole building. After all, unit owners pay their share as part of their monthly common charges. Therefore, you must make sure that the amount you pay...
Keeping your building safe is rather non-negotiable. But, how do you know that it’s really safe and how much should you budget to ensure that safety? Once a condo board knows that the building is functionally sound, decisions have to be made about how much extra money...
