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:
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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An East Village one bedroom with decorative features and a walk-in closet for $1,000,000
By Emily Myers
February 24, 2020 - 15:30 PM
This corner apartment in the East Village, 72 East 3rd St., #5A, is offered at $1,000,000 and has exposed brick walls, a renovated bath, and a sizable walk-in closet in the bedroom. There's a fairly modest common charges of $527.
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Pay a large security deposit upfront or smaller monthly fees? Mayor de Blasio wants to offer more NYers a choice
By Emily Myers
February 24, 2020 - 09:00 AM
Mayor Bill de Blasio wants renters to be able to choose whether they pay a security deposit or sign up for renter security insurance. This would lower the barrier to renting in New York City and spread out payments but it could end up costing renters more in the long run—a security deposit is refundable but insurance payments are not.
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