6 reasons why your mortgage application might be denied or delayed that have nothing to do with you

… credit and money in the bank you can have trouble getting a mortgage for an apartment if there are issues with the … fluctuate even a short delay can be problematic P eople are super concerned about their rate lock expiring said Michael …

By Brick Underground |November 11, 2025 - 4:00PM
What it's like to live in Queens surrounded by cemeteries

… typically have a few key features theyre looking for Lush with lots of space and quiet neighbors are all usually … it again in case you missed it When my friends mom heard about the situation she told me I could live there My … okay because I have the whole graveyard and a park nearby … Greeting the spirits … I had a little superstitious

By David Colon |October 31, 2025 - 9:30AM
A fire safety checklist for your NYC apartment building

… It shouldnt take hearing about a devastating fire  to prompt you to check safety … to fill out a request form Regarding  fire extinguishers  NYC fire code doesnt require them except for where … required in all residential buildings with three or more apartments If the doors function correctly they work as a …

By Brick Underground |October 8, 2025 - 9:30AM
Gas was seeping through our walls and my family is lucky our neighbor took action

… so I left it alone but I should have known better When you smell gas youre supposed to open the window leave the building and call 911 Instead I hesitated The … leaks can result in fires and explosions I did know this What I didnt knowbut now it seems obviousthat gas leaking …

By Emily Myers |September 16, 2025 - 11:30AM
Here's what I learned to get our absentee landlord to fix things fast

… in California about some problem in our Brooklyn townhouse rental Messages prefaced by timid timewasting phrases like … work underway sooner Heres what Ive learnedconsider this a checklist for dealing with your own absentee landlord when … how you are caring for the property and being a responsible tenant is how you can bank some goodwilland that can benefit …

By Jennifer White Karp |August 15, 2025 - 9:30AM