Archive for the ‘Uncategorized’ Category
Misclassifying a Certificate
March 5th, 2010
Posted in Real Estate Help, Real Estate Q&A, Uncategorized
When I applied for a building permit from the city’s Department of Buildings, I discovered that the certificate of occupancy identifies the building incorrectly. Should the seller pay to change the certificate.
No Tiptoeing Necessary
February 26th, 2010
Posted in Real Estate Help, Real Estate Q&A, Uncategorized
Is there a law requiring 80 percent coverage of floors with carpeting in New York City co-ops?
Recouping Legal Fees After Small Claims
January 8th, 2010
Posted in Real Estate Help, Real Estate Q&A, Uncategorized
“I live in a condominium and sued the board of managers in small claims court for a fine they imposed on me. I lost the case. Now, the board is billing me $2,000 for its legal fees. My understanding was that if I hired a lawyer to represent me and won, I could not get back the fees I paid to my lawyer. Why should I have to pay the fees for the board’s lawyer?”
Even New Condos Need an Inspector
January 8th, 2010
Posted in Real Estate Help, Real Estate Q&A, Uncategorized
“I am buying a condo in a new development. I am planning to do my final walk-through of the apartment to ensure that there are no missing, unfinished or damaged items. Since I did not use a broker for this transaction, I’m wondering if it’s in my best interest to take along a home inspector or engineer for a professional assessment.”
Is the Landlord Being a Pest?
January 8th, 2010
Posted in Real Estate Help, Real Estate Q&A, Uncategorized
“Our landlord has given us a waiver to sign authorizing “exterminating technicians” to enter our apartment if we are not home when the exterminators arrive. Is this allowed?”
The Right Time to Show an Apartment
November 20th, 2009
Posted in Real Estate Help, Real Estate Q&A, Uncategorized
My landlord has become demanding about showing my rental unit to prospective tenants. When I refused, he accused me of being uncooperative. I am afraid that if I don’t comply with his demands, I may not get back my security deposit. What should I do?
Knowing Your Delinquent Neighbors
November 20th, 2009
Posted in Real Estate Help, Real Estate Q&A, Uncategorized
My condominium recently circulated a list of all owners who are delinquent in paying common charges. Is this legal?
Headlines: Declines Slow in U.K. and Hong Kong; Dubai May Cancel Projects
May 18th, 2009
Posted in Manhattan Real Estate, New York Real Estate, Uncategorized
Headlines from the world of property include updates on Cyprus, the U.K. and Hong Kong.