The pros and cons of renting in a NYC condo or co-op building

… Years ago when I rented a studio apartment in a small selfmanaged coop … are a number of pitfalls that you should be aware of before you sign a lease as a renter in a coop or condo You may … note Application fees for rentals are capped at $20 but condos and coops can charge higher fees The trick is to find …

By Jennifer White Karp |January 12, 2026 - 10:30AM
I found an envelope of cash and bumped up my building’s holiday tips

… Planning holiday tips for building staff in New York City would be a lot less fraught … across the Hudson for Christmas week This presented a golden opportunity to repaint our kitchen my bedroom and a … to be away but that his 1 painter Koji was familiar with my apartment and up to supervising the team Greg trusted him …

By Mary Lowengard |December 22, 2025 - 10:30AM
A fire safety checklist for your NYC apartment building

… It shouldnt take hearing about a devastating fire  to prompt you to check safety measures in your own New York City … important to take some preventative steps Even small fires can have major consequences because victims can be barred from   returning home  for extended periods and experience theft in

By Brick Underground |October 8, 2025 - 9:30AM