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5 Budget-Friendly Ways to Improve Building Insulation Before the Next Big Freeze

5 Budget-Friendly Ways to Improve Building Insulation Before the Next Big Freeze

If you've ever watched your heating bill climb while tenants still complain about the cold, you know the frustration. NYC winters don't play around, and neither do HPD violations. The...
7 Heat Season Mistakes Brooklyn Landlords Make (And How to Fix Them Before HPD Shows Up)

7 Heat Season Mistakes Brooklyn Landlords Make (And How to Fix Them Before HPD Shows Up)

Let's be real: nobody wants HPD knocking on their door. But every year, Brooklyn landlords rack up thousands of dollars in violations because they made avoidable mistakes during Heat Season....
Good Cause Eviction Matters: What Every Brooklyn Heights Landlord Needs to Know in 2026

Good Cause Eviction Matters: What Every Brooklyn Heights Landlord Needs to Know in 2026

If you own rental property in Brooklyn Heights, you've probably heard the phrase "Good Cause Eviction" tossed around at owner meetups, in online forums, or maybe from your attorney. But...
How to Maximize ROI on Rent-Stabilized Units in Astoria and LIC (Without Breaking the Law)

How to Maximize ROI on Rent-Stabilized Units in Astoria and LIC (Without Breaking the Law)

Owning rent-stabilized multi-family buildings in Astoria and Long Island City can feel like a double-edged sword. On one hand, you've got consistent demand in two of Queens' hottest neighborhoods. On...
Why Self-Managing Your Queens Multi-Family is a Full-Time Job (And Why You Should Outsource)

Why Self-Managing Your Queens Multi-Family is a Full-Time Job (And Why You Should Outsource)

Owning a multi-family property in Queens sounds like a straightforward investment. Collect rent, handle a few repairs, and watch the passive income roll in. But if you've been self-managing for...
Property Management in Park Slope Vs Prospect Heights: Which Brooklyn Neighborhood Demands More From Owners?

Property Management in Park Slope Vs Prospect Heights: Which Brooklyn Neighborhood Demands More From Owners?

If you own rental property in Brooklyn, you already know that not all neighborhoods are created equal. Park Slope and Prospect Heights sit just blocks apart, but the day-to-day realities...
Rent-Stabilized Buildings in Brooklyn: The Ultimate Guide to Maximizing NOI Without Breaking the Rules

Rent-Stabilized Buildings in Brooklyn: The Ultimate Guide to Maximizing NOI Without Breaking the Rules

Owning a rent-stabilized building in Brooklyn, whether it's in Williamsburg, Bed-Stuy, Crown Heights, or Bay Ridge, comes with a unique set of challenges. You can't simply raise rents to match...
Self-Managing Vs Hiring Management Companies in Brooklyn: Which Is Better For Your Building?

Self-Managing Vs Hiring Management Companies in Brooklyn: Which Is Better For Your Building?

If you own rental property in Brooklyn: whether it's a small walkup in Bed-Stuy, a mixed-use building in Bushwick, or a larger multifamily in Flatbush: you've probably asked yourself this...
Rent-Stabilized Buildings in Brooklyn: The Ultimate Guide to Maximizing NOI Without Breaking the Rules

Rent-Stabilized Buildings in Brooklyn: The Ultimate Guide to Maximizing NOI Without Breaking the Rules

Owning a rent-stabilized building in Brooklyn, whether it's in Williamsburg, Bed-Stuy, Crown Heights, or Bay Ridge, comes with a unique set of challenges. You can't simply raise rents to match...