Adding ‘Partners’ to Co-op Shares
I moved into my partner's co-op five years ago, but the board refuses to add my name to the shares and proprietary lease.
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Misclassifying a Certificate
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.
Posted March 5th, 2010. Add a comment
No Tiptoeing Necessary
Is there a law requiring 80 percent coverage of floors with carpeting in New York City co-ops?
Posted February 26th, 2010. Add a comment
No Tiptoeing Necessary
Is there a law requiring 80 percent coverage of floors with carpeting in New York City co-ops?
Posted February 26th, 2010. Add a comment
Recouping Legal Fees After Small Claims
"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?"
Posted January 8th, 2010. Add a comment
Even New Condos Need an Inspector
"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."
Posted January 8th, 2010. Add a comment
Is the Landlord Being a Pest?
"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?"
Posted January 8th, 2010. Add a comment
The Right Time to Show an Apartment
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?
Posted November 20th, 2009. Add a comment
Knowing Your Delinquent Neighbors
My condominium recently circulated a list of all owners who are delinquent in paying common charges. Is this legal?
Posted November 20th, 2009. Add a comment
Headlines: Declines Slow in U.K. and Hong Kong; Dubai May Cancel Projects
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