Virginia K. Smith
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The history of 2nd Avenue Subway delays, last-minute tipping advice, and more
December 19, 2016 - 10:59 AM
Plus, decor sites for renters, and a crackdown on wayward landlords.
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How to make sure your radiator is safe in an NYC apartment
December 16, 2016 - 13:59 PM
Your best bet is to keep it covered.
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Brooklyn venues take safety measures, decorating with "fish scale" tiles, and more
December 16, 2016 - 10:59 AM
Plus, how never-built buildings still affect the NYC skyline.
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Tiny apartment, big party: Pull off a holiday bash in a small space
December 15, 2016 - 15:59 PM
Holiday entertaining tricks for tiny NYC apartments
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Ask Sam: I found out my apartment is supposed to have a dishwasher. Can I get reimbursed for rent overcharges?
December 15, 2016 - 13:59 PM
Dear Sam: I live in an affordable unit in a building that receives a 421a tax break. My rental history states that I have a dishwasher in my unit, which I do not. Could I potentially use this to get management to install a dishwasher? And does this mean I've potentially been overcharged in rent, and could take the landlord to court for six years of overcharges?
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A cold snap hits the city, the spiraling cost of a Manhattan down payment, and more
December 15, 2016 - 10:59 AM
Plus, the latest new amenity is stress relief.
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