Brooklyn Heights Co-op Parks $1 Million on Garage Repairs
Shareholders were not assessed for renovation of the three-level garage in their 32-story co-op.
3 Things Nobody Tells you About Greenhouses
A greenhouse is an expensive perk, and needs approval in New York co-ops and condos.
Multifamily Property Management Takeaways from 2020
During the pandemic, property management changed and continues to evolve.
PPP Loan Application Sparks Confusion
Co-ops are now eligible for loans from the Payroll Protection Program but signing the application has risks, says Dan Wollman, CEO, Gumley Haft.
Management in Crisis: How the Pandemic Changed an Industry
Little could have prepared property managers for Covid19.
What New Board Members Need to Know
How to make sure new board members hit the ground running? Every building has a process.
The Price is...Right? Adjusting for Pandemic's Impact
Even before COVID-19, where real estate values were going was not great.
Can Dog Walkers and Nannies Come into my Co-Op Now?
New York City has begun the slow process of reopening, but reopening does not mean a return to normal.
How to Reopen Building Gyms and Pools?
When it comes to reopening gyms and pools in New York buildings, managers move with extreme caution.
NYC Apartment Renovations in Covid
Anyone in the middle of an apt. renovation in NYC found themselves in a serious jam.
Doormen vs. Security Guards: Who Loves Ya?
When choosing a doorman or a security guard, cost is not the main factor.
The Evolution of Property Management
Property management has changed, but personal contact remains a priority.
Gumley Haft Takes Action for New York Co-ops and Condos
Daniel Wollman, CEO, has solved 1000s of problems for New York residents from uptown to downtown.
Managing Conflict: When Residents Take Sides
Inevitably, conflicts happen between neighbors next door in a co-op or condo.
Co-ops, Condos, & Social Media
Social media is absent from communication in the majority of NY co-ops and condos.
Warranties and Service Agreements
There are no guarantees when it comes to building systems, parts and components.
Minding the Bottom Line: Add Up the Money
Managing the math keeps buildings out of the red. Here, an example.
Carnegie Hill Co-op Powered by Committees
At many NYC co-ops and condos, the board is led by a group of dedicated doers.
Elevators: When It's Time to Consider an Upgrade
Now, boards must consider whether to fully modernize elevators, or just comply.
Hygiene in Shared Amenities
Keeping amenities well maintained retains value and protects those who use them.
Capital Reserve Funds: How Much?
Buildings need adequate capital reserve funds, whether for repairs, replacements or emergencies.
Building Demolition: Minimizing Disruption
When building-a-building happens next door, management gets involved to protect the people, and residence, in their charge.
Coping with Delivery Overload
E-commerce has changed people’s shopping habits, including the way residents receive their deliveries.
A Co-op Forgot to Send the Storage Bill.
If a co-op neglects to send a bill for 8 years, does the shareholder still have to pay?
How to Keep Unwelcome Pigeons at Bay
Tell your superintendent if birds flock at your windows. Removal is not a DIY job.
When a Neighbor is Taking Your Newspaper
Newspaper missing? If a neighbor is swiping it, this could violate house rules.
The Expensive Surprises That Lurk Behind Walls
Leaks caused extensive water damage. How to fix the masonry without removing the windows? Aha!