Virginia K. Smith
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Here are a few more reasons not to call the Bronx "the new Brooklyn"
November 17, 2015 - 14:59 PM
Not so fast with the Brooklynization of the South Bronx.
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A UN plaza apartment where even the bathroom has a million-dollar view
November 17, 2015 - 11:59 AM
We're all about NYC neighbors this week, and you can bet you'll likely have boldfaced names—or something close—living next door to this posh, high-end rental at 50 United Nations Plaza, whose architect boasts a royal pedigree himself, Lord Norman Foster.
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The joys of Midtown, the city's best ice skating, and more Read More
November 17, 2015 - 10:59 AM
Perhaps its time we stopped avoiding Midtown like the plague? (AM NY)
Tis the season to scout the city's best skating rinks (Curbed NY)
De Blasio is spending $10 million on an Airbnb crackdown (NYDN)
The 5 Most Frequent Causes of Neighbor Fights in NYC
November 17, 2015 - 08:59 AM
You might be annoyed, but at least you're not alone.
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Why does my building need to know the cost of my renovations? Read More
November 16, 2015 - 12:59 PM
Q: I'm submitting an alteration agreement package to my building's managing agent, and they've asked for the prices of the alterations. Are they really allowed to ask that, and why would they need to know? It seems invasive.
A: While it's understandable to be a little cagey about your spending, your managing agent's request for this information is perfectly legit, say our experts.
Upper East Side eats, dealing with a bigoted neighbor, and more Read More
November 16, 2015 - 10:59 AM
Attention Upper East Siders: these are the best restaurants in your neighborhood (Thrillist)
How to shut down a homophobic neighbor's rantings (NYT)
