Why you should ask about flooding and mold before you sign a lease

… not do While an owner is required to disclose a buildings history of natural flood events thanks to a 2023 law they are not required to volunteer information about floods due to mechanical or plumbing issues Instead … ask about flooding  The nose does not lie  Lawrence J Ubell president of  Accurate Building Inspectors  previously told …

By Jennifer White Karp |February 20, 2025 - 12:30AM
Do New Yorkers need earthquake insurance?

… Jersey that rattled NYC should be a wakeup call to learn about your buildings insurance coverage and what may be … buildings are grossly underinsured he said Conversations about earthquake insurance should be happening without a … told Brick And they should be part of a larger discussion about how NYC residential buildings can be protected when …

By Jennifer White Karp |April 15, 2024 - 3:45PM
3 ways to lower your condo or co-op building’s insurance costs

… inflation and other factors says Loretta Worters vice president of media relations at the insurance industry … policys increase  Condos and coop boards can be proactive about maintaining a buildings common areas outdoor space and … so that future carriers which look at a propertys claim history dont charge you higher rates Elbaz says Plus …

By Celia Young |October 4, 2023 - 12:30PM