Robin Silverberg answered:
We want to sell our Manhattan 1bdrm co-op, but we don't know whether to sell as-is (bathroom and kitchen are dated) or renovate before selling.
You have lots of answers here, but what you may want to think about is how quickly you want to sell. If you want to move more quickly so that you can buy before rates start to creep up
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Christopher Pagli - ABR, GREEN answered:
Roof gutter repair
Are you asking for a reference for someone to do the job?
Carmen Brodeur, Realtor & Attorney answered:
Standard size refrigerator and tiny stove, or smaller fridge and larger stove?
I would suggest adding the larger refrigerator.
Upperwest1978 answered:
Adding a balcony
Just spoke to the management company and they said we are not allowed to add a balcony :(
Yuriy Goldstein answered:
upstate new york apartment complex want me to use oil paint interior on trim and doors is this safe and legal ?
Check with your town building department if they have any VOC law. Then find the paint with lower VOC than the law required.
Jolie Muss-LREB & Brokerage- 212 721-3301 answered:
What is the impact/dangers of buying a place that has only a Temporary CO (rolling every 3 months) rather than just an outright CO? Affect Renovations
Snuffles,
As you are in New York it would be a good idea to consult a local real estate attorney before entering into any commitments. It would also be good idea to contact the buildi
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Karla Harby answered:
I'm rennovating my Upper West side 1 br apt. For the bathroom, I'm considering putting in a stall shower in lieu of a tub. Will that?
If you only have one bathroom in this one bedroom apartment, then removing the tub and replacing it with a stall shower will definitely affect resale--and it won't be a good effect
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Ronald Rosario (347) 352-9604 answered:
Would the same 600sqft apt in the East Village have more value as a studio, 1BR or a 2BR?
If you are planning on converting your apartment into a 2BR, as long as you do it right it will definitely add more value.
Regards
Ronald Rosario
Bond NY Real Estate
347-596-431
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Allan Erps BHG/Rand Realty ABR,SFR,E-PRO,REALTOR ยฎ answered:
What is the proper way to soundproof?
I am agraid that this problem will not be rectified to satisfaction unless one of you move. Do not think there is any alternative except for the possibility of mutual respect OR possibl
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Gregory NNN Commercial Real Estate Broker Garver answered:
Building Cost
Does your name mean Net Net Net as in Triple Net Leased Investments?
Greg
Alen Moshkovich answered:
if I built a basement living area with a kitchen and a bathroom without any permit, how do I go about to make it legalized in nyc?
Contact the building department
Richard V Hamilton answered:
i am looking for an appartment to be renovated in Manhattan..how do i find ?
One suggestion, besides the obvious of searching ads that say fixer-upper or wreck. Seek Estate Sales which are often not in the best condition or up to date, check photos, but you bes
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Voices Member answered:
Is using oil based paint legal inside a residential building (Lobby & Hallway) in NYC? Oil paint are highly
Oil based Paint is used commonly for exteriors..because it is weather proof strong.
Why would you want an oil base for the interior?
It smells very BAD.
If you have any questions
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Richard V Hamilton answered:
We are combining 2 apartments in Manhattan into one and need to pull permits for the construction and the
I would suggest you use a liscensed general contractor and that he (or you) use a facilitator who knows their way around the permitting. Talk to a couple of Contractors, and see who se
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Michael asked:
You recently had your lobby renovated by Burda Construction. How would you rate there work? M name is Michael
My church in Brooklyn is considering using Burda Construction for a major commercial kitchen renovation. You were listed as a reference and would greatly appreciate your input as to there…
