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… Buying a  New York City coop is a lot like applying for a job Not only do you have to qualify with a pile of documents but you also have to make a strong … reference letters from buyers who landed their desired coops with redacted contact information and any identifying …

… With median rents continually hitting new records   its harder than ever for many New Yorkers to meet the steep income requirements generally expected by … for renters who dont meet NYC landlord income standards However another recent shift favors renters More buildings …

… a roommate is even more essential to afford living here But your journey to securing an apartment may not be easy  You … else  On the plus side having a person who can accept deliveries and wait for the cable guy may be a benefit People … a cleaning schedule  Consider asking whether your roommate would be willing to pitch in on a professional cleaning …

… The scrutiny of a coop board interview can ratchet up the tension when youre buying in New York … to Jeremy Kamm an agent at Coldwell Banker Warburg  Some coops are interested in knowing how frequently you may have … if they intend to sublet their units and how often for coops that permit subletting Weigh your answer carefully …

… properties Hurricane Sandy alone damaged 35 NYC Housing Authority developments in 2012 and by 2080 similar storms …

… New York City marketrate tenants gained a new legal right to challenge rent hikes plus new protections from evictions in April … reading here Good Cause does not apply to you regardless of how much you pay in rent … How to tell if your building is …