Bricktionary

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Co-ops
In a co-op or condominium, who are the "sponsors" you always hear about?
By Virginia K. Smith |November 11, 2016 - 2:59PM
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Rent
What does it mean when an apartment has a "flexible layout"?
By Alanna Schubach |November 10, 2016 - 12:59PM
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New Construction + Condos
What is a leasehold condo—and how is it different from a leasehold co-op?

… sibling in the world of condominiums known as leasehold condos In this scenario condo owners get an actual deed and … they only exist in two places Roosevelt Island and Battery Park City In both neighborhoods leasehold condos are owned by …

By Virginia K. Smith |October 10, 2016 - 8:59AM
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Rent
What makes an apartment a "loft"?
By Virginia K. Smith |August 4, 2016 - 8:59AM
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Rent
What is a property tax abatement on a New York City condo, and why does it matter?
By Virginia K. Smith |May 13, 2016 - 9:59AM
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Improve
What makes a green building a "passive house"?
By Virginia K. Smith |March 25, 2016 - 9:59AM
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Design + Architecture
Decoding the "porte-cochere," the amenity du jour—and of old

… lately the portecochereformerly a feature found in stately old prewarshas been having a bit of a moment Literally … fancier  The portecochere is a standout feature in classic old buildings like the Apthorp  as well as 1 and 2 Sutton Place South but in a postcarriage era many old portecocheres are now permanently gated The Dakotas is a …

By Virginia K. Smith |February 4, 2016 - 12:59PM
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Improve
How much work turns a renovation into a "gut renovation"
By Virginia K. Smith |January 6, 2016 - 12:59PM
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Troubleshooting
Decoding "key money," an old school NYC real estate gambit
By Virginia K. Smith |November 18, 2015 - 9:59AM
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Sales Market
How is a carriage house different from a regular townhouse?
By Virginia K. Smith |October 26, 2015 - 8:59AM