Here are 8 real co-op board reference letters from successful buyers

… Buying a  New York City coop is a lot like applying for a job Not only do you have … and one from your employer This way youll have a robust number to choose from when submitting the application … a computer  The letterhead should have a full name address phone number and email address she said This is so board …

By Brick Underground |December 31, 2025 - 9:30AM
NYC landlords want tenants who earn 40 times the monthly rent. Here are 7 workarounds

… With median rents continually hitting new records   its … for renters who dont meet NYC landlord income standards However another recent shift favors renters More buildings … pets flexing your space with temporary wallsor who wont automatically reject you if you lack work credit or …

By Jennifer White Karp |December 30, 2025 - 9:30AM
8 ways to negotiate a smaller rent increase at lease renewal time

… for renewal your landlord has likely notified you that your rent is increasing In New York Citys highly competitive rental market landlords typically try to raise rents for current tenants to match what they could … you a bit more bargaining power in certain situations Read How to tell if your NYC apartment building is protected by …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 24, 2025 - 9:30AM
How to stay on top of your NYC co-op or condo renovation from a distance

… of Urban Standard a Brooklynbased general contractor company and a Brick sponsor with over a decade of experience … across NYC  Nick Katz head of project planning for Block Renovation a digital platform that matches clients with … and ears  My sister lives in Brooklyn and happens to be an interior designer so she was able to visit on a particularly …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 24, 2024 - 2:30PM