Virginia K. Smith
ContactPosts by Virginia K. Smith:
Own a townhouse? You still might get in trouble for renting it on Airbnb
September 14, 2016 - 08:59 AM
The city has issued 90 such violations since 2014.
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The sorry state of NYC bike lanes, how mortgages are sexist, and more
September 13, 2016 - 11:59 AM
Plus, yellow cabs live on, and how to know if you should get a pet.
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Why this Clinton Hill "luxury" rental is accused of flagrantly ripping off tenants
September 13, 2016 - 09:59 AM
Hint: You can't exactly occupy a building without a Certificate of Occupancy.
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For half a million, you can call the West Village home—and gain access to a secret garden
September 13, 2016 - 08:59 AM
This sweet studio comes with a key to the Jane Street garden.
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Real estate apps, Ira Glass accused of spreading bed bugs, and more
September 12, 2016 - 10:59 AM
Plus, high-tech security systems and birds nesting in the air conditioning.
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My building's had an illegal, hazardous gas hookup for years. Can I get a rent abatement?
September 12, 2016 - 09:59 AM
Just because a building looks up to date doesn't mean it's safe.
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