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Apartment buildings on the Upper East Side of Manhattan

New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM

How to tell if your apartment has mold—and how to get rid of it

… at First Onsite formerly Maxons Restorations said his company encounters mold problems in newer buildings more … issues that contribute to mold although they are not typically responsible for treating the mold itself If you … it again with updated information for August 2025 … What are the three common causes of mold and what should you …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 18, 2025 - 12:30PM

The Search

Why you should ask about flooding and mold before you sign a lease

By Jennifer White Karp |February 20, 2025 - 12:30AM

Sunset on new york city buildings in brooklyn

Co-ops

Fireproofing: 3 ways to protect your building from the financial costs of a fire

Sponsored By DL Partners |August 12, 2024 - 9:30AM

Apartment buildings on Park Avenue in Manhattan

Negotiations + Closings

Re-trading: Why some buyers renegotiate an agreed upon sales price and how sellers can cope

By Jennifer White Karp |August 9, 2024 - 9:30AM

Broken sidewalk along Eighth Avenue in Brooklyn

Troubleshooting

Who is responsible for repairing a NYC sidewalk damaged by tree roots?

By Jennifer White Karp |May 13, 2024 - 2:00PM

Buildings with Fire Escape Ladders in New York City

Co-ops

What you can expect to pay for NYC condo or co-op insurance

By Celia Young |May 3, 2024 - 12:30PM

Troubleshooting

Do New Yorkers need earthquake insurance?

… think NYC is due for a magnitude 5 or higher Its important to know that earthquakes are not covered by standard … building depending on its location age and condition A property may have to be inspected and upgraded before … pointed out that many management companies dont hire risk managers who can spot gaps in insurance coverage Its …

By Jennifer White Karp |April 15, 2024 - 3:45PM