Spotlights

Company of the Month: Varsity Plumbing and Heating, Inc. celebrates 50 years of business serving properties of all sizes

By Bobby Bellini, Varsity Plumbing and Heating, Inc.It was a good year: the Yankees won the World Series, Jack Nicklaus won the U.S. Open Go...

Landlords and tenants should know their leases and understand all the implications

In my experience, the vast majority of Landlords and Tenants read through their commercial leases with the same focus and thoroughness as mo...

The HUB can't become a RUB: Relying on the abilities of people involved

With the announcement of the HUB Program the NYC DOB has initiated probably the most profound service enhancement in the construction and re...

Crystal Window & Door Systems products featured on A&E's "Flipping Boston" TV show

Crystal Window & Door Systems vinyl window products were recently featured in an episode of A&E Network's "Flipping Boston" TV Show. Twenty-...

Tips to New York City building owners faced with time-consuming and profit-draining violations

Owning real estate in New York City can be a profitable, worthy investment. But without the right partners and knowledge to keep track and s...

Roof replacements: No margin for error and attention to detail is paramount

You have read or heard about roofing projects. You are familiar with the terminology (FRTP, ice damming, ice and water shield, required vent...

Provide more value to residents while keeping your building within reach

Stainless steel kitchens and top-of-the-line appliances may not be enough these days to entice prospective buyers. The marketability of your...

Property of the Month: 400 Fifth Avenue offers world-class amenities and spectacular Manhattan views

Developed by international real estate firm Bizzi & Partners Development, 400 Fifth Avenue, at Fifth Ave. and 36th St., seamlessly pairs awa...

Construction project electronic communications must be managed and preserved

Despite increased utilization of electronic communications over the past ten years in the construction and design workplaces, protocols to m...

Question of the Month: Curb appeal: Is your property manager going the extra mile for your property?

Property managers wear many different hats and so their responsibilities may range from monitoring oil deliveries and usage to overseeing th...