19
Aug
Building strong relationships between boards and property managers is essential for the success of co-ops and condos. In my conversation with Cooperator News New York, I emphasized the importance of clear expectations, well-defined roles, and open communication. These strategies ...
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19
Aug
As you know, earlier this week we advised you that the CTA reporting requirements were reinstated following a decision by the U. S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. We urged community associations to proceed with filing to meet the compliance deadline of January 13, 2025. N...
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Aug
This holiday season, instead of a gift, community associations have received a lump of coal: the reinstatement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) filing requirements and the requirement to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) with FinCEN. A recent decision by the U. S...
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19
Aug
Are you a housing provider (including, but not limited to, Co-op’s Condominiums, Home Owners Associations)seeking guidance on reasonable accommodation and modification requests under the Fair Housing Act (FHA)? Learn how to handle service animal policies, emotional support animal...
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Aug
Finding the best Lawyer for your Home Owners Association is crucial for the success and smooth operation of your community. With the complex world of HOA laws and regulations and the expertise needed to understand how the governing documents of your community apply to everyday si...
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19
Aug
Are you a member of a cooperative (Co-op) board facing legal challenges or in need of expert guidance? As a Co-op board member, ensuring legal compliance and protecting your community's interests is essential. Whether dealing with governance issues, shareholder disputes, or...
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19
Aug
When Marc Schneider finished law school, he hadn't settled on a specific area of practice. That’s why his first job was with a small firm in Manhattan that handled a variety of legal matters. “It wasn’t the highest-paying job, probably the opposite, but I...
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Aug
From the “Ask Real Estate” Section of the New York Times: Do Ground-Floor Co-op Apartments Really Have to Carpet Their Floors? Carpeting rules are common. But housing laws protect residents with disabilities, to a point. Q: My mother has bad allergies and had to re...
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19
Aug
If you want to understand how a co-op or a condo conducts its business, take a read of its bylaws. This document outlines how the board of directors must run the building — and like everything else in life, occasionally it needs a tune-up. The process of amending the bylaw...
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19
Aug
From the “Ask Real Estate” Section of the New York Times: My Neighbor May Be a Hoarder. How Do We Get in There and Find Out? Respecting your neighbor's privacy is a friendly instinct. But you might have to get aggressive to ensure everyone else’s well-be...
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