Ms. Demeanor's Vertical Etiquette

Dear Ms. Demeanor: My building wants to put in a gym, but I'm worried about the expense. How do I stop this?

By Dianne Ackerman |August 2, 2019 - 12:00PM

Dear Ms. Demeanor: Why are people allowed to have comfort dogs in my no-pet building? I'm afraid of large dogs. Is there anything I can do?

By Dianne Ackerman |July 19, 2019 - 12:00PM

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Dear Ms. Demeanor: What are the rules of NYC 'elevator etiquette’?

… … Dear Scaredy Cat Welcome to living with bunches of people who are not related to you The good … so when I moved into my place I announced my name and apartment number to all who would listen A few did but most … … I am moving from a house to a large apartment building in New York City Im not from the city and …

By Dianne Ackerman |July 12, 2019 - 1:00PM

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Dear Ms. Demeanor: Why do my neighbors leave their trash next to the garbage chute?

By Dianne Ackerman |June 28, 2019 - 12:00PM

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Dear Ms. Demeanor: What’s up with Brooklynites discarding things on their stoops? My neighborhood looks so messy

By Dianne Ackerman |June 14, 2019 - 10:00AM

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Dear Ms. Demeanor: Why does my co-op require $1 million in home owners insurance? I don't own much stuff

… needed twice since I moved in Please understand that home owners insurance does more than insure your beloved … exactly what it says Just like auto and health insurance home owners insurance is a wise investment Now go buy a real … a coop and found out that I need a million dollars in home owners insurance All I have is a futon and a computer …

By Dianne Ackerman |June 7, 2019 - 3:00PM