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:
Is it a conflict for a shareholder to be the manager of our five-unit co-op?
By Emily Myers
August 14, 2023 - 09:30 AM
A co-op shareholder can also serve as the building's manager but if they're also a board member, they must reveal any conflict of interest and avoid voting on operational matters.
Read More What is a post-closing possession agreement and what are the risks for buyers and sellers?
By Emily Myers
August 10, 2023 - 14:30 PM
A post-closing possession agreement allows a seller to remain in the apartment beyond the closing date. Buyers and sellers generally agree to this when the seller is not ready to move—a more frequent occurrence these days.
Read More Is a $100 weekly rent credit fair while my landlord renovates the basement?
By Emily Myers
August 7, 2023 - 10:00 AM
A New Yorker who rents a townhouse where a six-week basement renovation is planned wants to know: Is the landlord's offer of a weekly $100 rent credit fair compensation for the loss of laundry services?
Read More My apartment building doesn't have a C of O. Do I have to pay rent?
By Emily Myers
July 31, 2023 - 12:30 PM
If you can prove there’s a certificate of occupancy (C of O) violation, you don’t have to pay rent but when your lease ends you may find yourself in housing court.
Read More 6 reasons your mortgage application might be denied or delayed that have nothing to do with you
By Emily Myers
July 27, 2023 - 13:30 PM
You can have trouble getting a mortgage if your NYC building is missing a Certificate of Occupancy, has problems with its reserve fund, a low owner-occupancy ratio, title problems and liens.
Read More Buying in a boutique co-op or condo building? You'll likely get luxury and privacy—and lower monthlies, too
By Emily Myers
July 25, 2023 - 12:00 PM
A boutique building is a smaller luxury development with fewer apartments and amenities. You get to know your neighbors better here, but there are fewer residents to pay for capital improvements.
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