Ask an Expert: When does a property manager cross the payola line?

… management firm to accept compensation or favors from the vendors it recommends to the board of my coop … Also if the firm has an interest of any kind in the vendor does it have to disclose itor at least answer … agent to accept any form of compensation or favors from a vendor it recommends to its board client unless the …

By Teri Karush Rogers |December 13, 2011 - 2:10PM
The lowdown from last night’s co-op and condo owners forum

… frustrated coop and condo owners attended an … educational forum …  last night sponsored by the … grassroots advocacy … Though dates and places arent set yet ACCO says four more forums are in the works To request one in your neighborhood … defects … Some Queens coop boards said to fear inflammatory forum for owners … Unhappy coop and condo owners crowd …

By Teri Karush Rogers |February 24, 2011 - 12:35PM
Downturn could be scaring your sponsor straight

… sorts of sweetheart deals being struck but whether there is a growing problem After all in a recession isnt there … times cleaner hands … Four years ago when the market was really hot and buyers werent necessarily checking the last … loses control they can find a contract for $60000 says real estate attorney Jeffrey Reich Its not just about watchdog …

By Teri Karush Rogers |September 9, 2010 - 6:30AM