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:
New program helps NYC homeowners avoid fines for building code violations
By Emily Myers
September 2, 2021 - 15:30 PM
The Department of Buildings is rolling out a program to help small property owners avoid fines for building code violations.
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Eviction ban extended, flash floods kill basement renters, & more
By Emily Myers
September 2, 2021 - 10:30 AM
And, flash floods from Hurricane Ida leaves a trail of devastation in New York—with at least eight people killed in flooded basements, according to the Daily News.
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Hochul urged to extend eviction ban, delays increase Gateway costs, & more
By Emily Myers
August 31, 2021 - 10:30 AM
And, a townhouse in Williamsburg, made out of 21 shipping containers and listed for $5 million, was the most expensive sale in Brooklyn last week.
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Applying for pandemic rent relief can prevent eviction
By Emily Myers
August 31, 2021 - 09:30 AM
Applying for rent relief funds from New York State's Emergency Rental Assistance Program could help prevent eviction. If you need assistance call1-844-691-7368.
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Legionnaires' disease in Harlem, Bronx landlord faces violations, & more
By Emily Myers
August 19, 2021 - 10:30 AM
A landlord in the Bronx is facing violations after granite bannisters on his property collapsed, killing an eight-year-old girl.
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What is PMI and how can I reduce the cost?
By Emily Myers
August 17, 2021 - 13:30 PM
Private mortgage insurance protects your lender if you default on your payments. Once you have a certain amount of equity in your home, you can cancel the payments.
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