Temperatures are climbing here in the Northeast, supporting Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction of an early spring. The impending arrival of warm weather means that building owners and landlords should inspect their properties for maintenance issues that might have developed over the…
Your apartment units will eventually need new appliances. You may be tempted to replace them with garden-variety, low- to mid-priced devices to save money and keep rents low. But consider buying energy-efficient appliances. The equipment might cost more initially, but…
Staying on top of preventive maintenance can help you reduce your building’s energy costs and extend the life of your property and its essential systems. Take advantage of the cool weather to tackle the following tasks before winter arrives. …
If you own a building in your personal name, then you’re opening yourself up to a world of liability. Let’s say you’re a landlord. A tenant sues you over repairs you may or may not be obligated to make. A…
As a property owner or manager, you’re responsible in many ways for the safety and security of your tenants, as well as passersby. For instance, if someone slips and falls on a wet floor, icy sidewalk or uneven steps, you…
Owning and renting properties can be a lucrative business endeavor but remains a serious undertaking, regardless of location. An overwhelming amount of time and energy often goes into learning the ins and outs of a constantly evolving market. As a…
The following article is a guest post by Rachel Watson of Precision Air & Plumbing. Plumbing-related issues are some of the most dreaded problems of home and building owners. Though most of the time they are just minor problems with…
Landlords have a lot on their plates these days. With tougher times than ever to serve predicate notice of defaults, greater lag times in court for eviction proceedings, hardships faced by tenants in possession, and all the rest, they still…
There’s always a to-do list when it comes to landlord property maintenance, whether you own a multi-family brownstone in Park Slope or an apartment building in Astoria. Something always needs repair, replacement, cleaning or disposal. Yes, your tenants care about…
Both New York and New Jersey have short-term disability insurance requirements for employers. Each state has its own program, with its own unique guidelines, dating back to the 1940s. As a landlord or building owner with employees in New Jersey…