Emily Myers
Senior Writer/Podcast Producer
Emily Myers is a real estate writer and podcast host. As the former host of the Brick Underground podcast, she 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.
Posts by Emily Myers:
The MTA vs. the new coronavirus, discounts for median-priced NYC apartments, & more
By Emily Myers
March 3, 2020 - 11:00 AM
Public hearings are planned, starting next week, on proposals to reform the city's property tax system.
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Brownstones, townhouses, and rowhouses—what are the differences?
By Emily Myers
March 2, 2020 - 09:00 AM
The terms brownstone, townhouse, and rowhouse are often used interchangeably and although there is some overlap, there are also some subtle differences.
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As coronavirus fears grow, questions loom for NYC apartment buildings [UPDATED]
By Emily Myers
February 27, 2020 - 13:30 PM
For the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, the likelihood of “community spread” in NYC is now a question of when not if, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and presents questions for NYC apartment buildings.
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The pros and cons of buying a sponsor unit in NYC
By Emily Myers
February 26, 2020 - 12:00 PM
No board approval is required to buy a sponsor co-op apartment—but you may pay more for the convenience.
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How NYC owners and renters can save money on their taxes
By Emily Myers
February 25, 2020 - 12:00 PM
As the April 15th tax filing deadline approaches—here are deductions and credits that owners and renters should consider.
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Luxury rentals eyed for homeless, NYC insurance premiums escalate, & more
By Emily Myers
February 25, 2020 - 11:00 AM
Changes to the Federal Flood Insurance Program are raising concerns for some NYC homeowners that unaffordable insurance premiums will push them out of the city.
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