Emily Myers
Senior Writer/Podcast Producer
Emily Myers is a senior writer, podcast host, and producer at Brick Underground. She writes about issues ranging from market analysis and tenants' rights to the intricacies of buying and selling condos and co-ops. As host of the Brick Underground podcast, she has earned four silver awards from the National Association of Real Estate Editors. Emily studied journalism at the University of the Arts, London, earned an MA Honors degree in English Literature from the University of Edinburgh and lived for a decade in California. In spite of her itinerant background, she has been living in the same Brooklyn rental since 2016.
Posts by Emily Myers:
What is the certificate of occupancy, and why is it such a big deal?
By Emily Myers
October 30, 2023 - 09:30 AM
When you’re buying in NYC, one of the documents you need is the certificate of occupancy, which is sometimes shortened to C of O, or sometimes just CO. This document identifies how a building can be used and how many households can be accommodated at the address.
Read More What’s the easiest way for an independent condo board to take control away from a developer?
By Emily Myers
October 26, 2023 - 12:30 PM
While a sponsor controls the board, there's a potential for abuses of power, such as controlling funds they shouldn't or ignoring faulty construction. Here's what you can do to secure the board's independence.
Read More 6 things you really need to know about your NYC radiators
By Emily Myers
October 9, 2023 - 09:30 AM
How to control the heat on your NYC radiators—plus what to do if your radiator is making a lot of noise.
Read More The 7 best ways to get your NYC landlord to make repairs
By Emily Myers
October 5, 2023 - 14:30 PM
NYC apartment owners are required to make repairs when tenants something is broken, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it will be done immediately. Here's how to speed things up.
Read More Can I fight an 80 percent rent hike for my Brooklyn apartment?
By Emily Myers
October 2, 2023 - 12:30 PM
A long-time renter in Brooklyn asks if they can fight a rent increase of 80 percent. If it is a market-rate apartment, the landlord is permitted to increase the rent as much as they want, provided they give you adequate notice.
Read More How do we show our building has made a 'good faith effort' to comply with Local Law 97?
By Emily Myers
September 25, 2023 - 09:30 AM
Buildings can prove they are making "good faith effort" to comply with emission cuts by submitting the previous year's emission report. Other paperwork includes the building's benchmarking report, attestations about lighting upgrades, and a decarbonization plan.
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