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For Sale By Owner
I want to buy the building from my landlord. Are they obligated to offer me a deal?
By Virginia K. Smith |March 23, 2015 - 11:59AM
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My tenant wants to put a clause in the lease saying she can move out early. Should I let her?
By Virginia K. Smith |March 16, 2015 - 3:15PM
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I'm renovating my co-op and want to get rid of a radiator. What's involved?
By Leigh Kamping-Carder |March 9, 2015 - 2:30PM
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Can I combine my two condos by putting a doorway in the closet?
By Virginia K. Smith |March 2, 2015 - 1:59PM
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Two bracelets disappeared from my apartment. Do I blame the building staff?
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My overnight guests have to register with the condo board! Is that kosher?
By Leigh Kamping-Carder |February 9, 2015 - 1:59PM
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My condo's value went up. What kind of tax hit should I expect when I sell?
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Can we sue the sellers over the broken stuff in our new apartment?
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I mostly live abroad nowadays. Can my co-op board charge me extra for doing so?
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