What repairs are co-op and condo owners responsible for, and what do buildings take care of?

… When you own a New York City apartment some things inevitably need fixing But it can be difficult to know what are you responsible for and what your building is on the hook for For example you may need help figuring …

By Brick Underground |August 26, 2025 - 9:30AM
Here's what I learned to get our absentee landlord to fix things fast

… I cringe when I recall the first few emails I sent to our landlord who lives in … back and scan the area a little so the owner can understand where exactly the damage is located An owner will know more …

By Jennifer White Karp |August 15, 2025 - 9:30AM
Why you should ask about flooding and mold before you sign a lease

… cant conceal information once they are queried … If you see or smell something say something … When you find yourself in my shoes you know what to do If you see markings on a wall that could be caused by water damage … you can check tenant reviews on websites like openigloo to see if a building has a history with floods leaks and mold …

By Jennifer White Karp |February 20, 2025 - 12:30AM
4 sublets, 3 months, 2 kids: A Park Slope mom's adventures in short-term rentals

… After flood damage chased us out of our  socalled luxury basement apartment in … a Sharpie in their utility drawer like me Yes they did That little epiphanythat families more or less set up their … rentals out of existence because apartments can flood landlords can screw you and sometimes you need a place when …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 26, 2024 - 4:00PM