Jennifer White Karp
Managing Editor
Jennifer steers Brick Underground’s editorial coverage of New York City residential real estate and writes articles on market trends and strategies for buyers, sellers, and renters. Jennifer’s 15-year career in New York City real estate journalism includes stints as a writer and editor at The Real Deal and its spinoff publication, Luxury Listings NYC. A longtime Brooklynite who has sworn off basement apartments, she graduated from Wesleyan University and has an MFA in nonfiction writing from the New School.
Posts by Jennifer White Karp:
Cuomo extends eviction ban and says tenants can use security deposit as rent
May 7, 2020 - 13:30 PM
Governor Cuomo said the moratorium on residential and commercial evictions is now in place through Aug. 20th. In addition, late fees for missed payments are now also banned during the moratorium. Tenants now have the option to use their security deposits as payment and repay them over time.
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At these luxury buildings, virtual classes and live online events connect you with your neighbors
May 6, 2020 - 09:30 AM
In the past few weeks, classes, activities, and other event have migrated online—and buildings are also getting on board, offering creative programs to keep renters and owners connected and entertained. These are not the virtual equivalent of awkward wine-and-cheese gatherings. Instead you’ll find cake decorating contests, cooking lessons with Food Network winners, sing alongs with Broadway performers, yoga classes with famous yogis, and more.
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Rethinking living in NYC, luxury high-rise 'nightmare,' & more
May 4, 2020 - 10:30 AM
And, the New York Public library released an album featuring sounds of the city that you may missing during the shutdown.
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How the coronavirus changed what New Yorkers are looking for in an apartment
April 30, 2020 - 12:30 PM
The pandemic has shifted priorities for both New York City buyers and renters who are planning a hunt. What’s in now? Boutique buildings and townhouses, pet-friendly policies, apartments on the first floor, and apartments with private outdoor space and home offices. What’s out? High floors, large buildings, and shared amenities.
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Can't visit a NYC park? Take a live tour to see what's in bloom
April 28, 2020 - 11:00 AM
Getting outside now during the pandemic can be tricky or even impossible and you may be missing nature. Fortunately, there’s lots available on online from NYC's parks department, botanic gardens, and wildlife conservation sites.
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Cuomo says walk-in tests available soon, expanding essential workers' rights, & more
April 27, 2020 - 10:35 AM
And, almost half of NYC residents say they know someone who has died from coronavirus.
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