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Luxury renters/owners most likely to resist evacuation; your hurrication to-do list; and other storm stuff

by Teri Rogers & Lucy Blatter | 10/29/12 - 8:38 AM

How to defeat Frankenstorm (Gawker)All the hurricane news that's fit to blog...plus, it's free...
6 before-and-after NYC hurricane tips, including windows, elevators, basements and blackouts

by Teri Karush Rogers | 10/28/12 - 9:39 AM

We are hopeful that NYC will be spared a direct hit by Hurricane Sandy, but should things take a turn for the...
Real Estate Want: A jewel of a washroom in Crown Heights

by Julie Inzanti | 10/25/12 - 3:22 PM

Maybe we’re not treated like royalty as we trek around the city every day…but that doesn’t mean we can’t have...

If hell hath no washing machines, purgatory has a Malber

by Kelly Kreth | 10/25/12 - 1:18 PM

The last two apartments I’ve lived in have had washing machine access. The first in the basement and the...
Dear Ms. Demeanor: My neighbor has Kramer Syndrome

by Jamie Lauren Sutton | 10/24/12 - 10:52 AM

Dear Ms. Demeanor,My neighbor has a tendency to stop by unannounced just to say hi (or have an impromptu...
Real Estate Want: A dream townhouse with magic sidewalks

by Julie Inzanti | 10/18/12 - 3:19 PM

This $75,000/mo renovated townhouse at 6 West 9th Street has the typical jaw-dropping list of...

Rent Coach: My "luxury" building is temporarily losing its amenities. Can I get a rent reduction?

by Mike Akerly | 10/18/12 - 1:43 PM

Q. I just moved into an apartment in a full-service condo building. Prior to signing the lease, I was...
NYC Renovation Questions: Does renovating a kitchen pay off when you sell?

by Tracy Kaler | 10/18/12 - 10:18 AM

Q. Is there any evidence that renovating a kitchen in NYC actually pays off in the end in regard to resale...
The perfect gift for the smoker next door, Whole Foods is about to be everywhere, and more

by Ronda Kaysen | 10/18/12 - 8:52 AM

Behold: The perfect Christmas gift for the smoker next door! (New York Observer; previously)...

The 7 deadly sins of NYC real estate

by Alana Mayman | 10/17/12 - 2:47 PM

New York is a city of famously unapologetic sinners, and few things bring out our devilishness as much as...
When you need some help with the household help

by Lucy Cohen Blatter | 10/17/12 - 8:47 AM

Sure, having household help is a luxury, but it's not without its complications, which is why we're sticking...
Co-ops keep killing lowball deals, nanny liars outed, and more

by Ronda Kaysen | 10/15/12 - 8:52 AM

740 Park, book about richest apt bldg, will star in documentary about poor people (Hollywood Reporter)Co...
Rent Coach: My neighbor's dogs are driving me crazy

by Mike Akerly | 10/11/12 - 4:14 PM

Q. I live in a brownstone in Carroll Gardens. My neighbors next door, who also own their single family...
Latest annoyance: The all-hours gab fest underneath my window

by Kelly Kreth | 10/11/12 - 10:08 AM

I am no stranger to living by a loud annoying bar/club. So when I noticed a bar next to my new apartment...

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