Brick Underground

In this episode of the Brick Underground podcast, Robert O'Brien, co-founder of New York Fire Consultants, joins host Emily Myers to discuss how to protect yourself if there's a fire or flood water in your apartment or building.

Bolster offers Agile renovation as a solution for homeowners who don’t need to spend much time on the design phase. 

According to NYC's Building Code, a bedroom is legal if it has: a minimum of 8 feet in both length and width plus a minimum area of 80 square feet, a minimum ceiling height of 8 feet, at least one window, and two means of egress.

New York City condos are often more expensive than co-ops because they are often new construction or converted buildings and feature modern amenities.

The housing lottery at 266 Kent includes 89 rent-stabilized units with rents starting from $1,550 for a studio, $1,651 for a one bedroom, and $3,169 for a two bedroom depending on your income. 

How much does co-op or condo insurance cost in New York City? Here's what you can expect to pay for basic, good, and excellent levels of coverage.