Blog & Insights

Intro 1120-B establishes clear timelines for co-op corporations to act on apartment sale applications — a process historically without firm deadlines. Here’s what boards need to know.

Navigating NYC Local Law 97: A Comprehensive Guide to Energy Efficiency Upgrades for Co-op & Condo Boards The New York City skyline is iconic, a testament to architectural innovation and urban densit...

New York City's Local Law 97 sets strict carbon limits for buildings over 25,000 sq ft. Penalties are $268 per metric ton over the limit. Here's how to prepare for the stricter 2030 caps.

A healthy reserve fund is a hallmark of a well-managed co-op or condo. Learn benchmarks, reserve study standards, and how much to save and where to invest.

Long, unproductive board meetings frustrate everyone. Five proven strategies: distribute materials in advance, use a consent agenda, set time limits, clarify roles, and end with clear action items.

Governor Hochul signed a major amendment to RPAPL 881 on December 5, 2025, reshaping how NYC co-ops and condos negotiate access to neighboring properties for exterior repairs. Learn what this means for your building's facade work and capital projects.

The relationship between a board and its property manager is one of the most important partnerships in successful building operations. Here's how to build and maintain it.

Vendor Selection Process: Finding the Right Contractors for Your Building As a co-op or condo board member in the vibrant, complex ecosystem of New York City, you wear many hats. From financial overs...

Winter in New York City brings unique challenges for building maintenance. Use this checklist to prepare heating, plumbing, roof, and common areas before temperatures drop.

Navigating Capital Improvement Projects: A Strategic Guide for NYC Co-op and Condo Boards Capital improvement projects are an inevitable and crucial part of maintaining the value, safety, and appeal ...

NYC Local Law 11 (FISP): Your 2025 Façade Inspection Compliance Checklist As a co-op or condo board member in New York City, you're tasked with safeguarding not just the financial health of your buil...

Insurance Claims for Co-ops and Condos: What Every Board Should Know Navigating the complexities of property ownership in New York City is a multi-faceted endeavor, and for co-op and condo boards, a ...