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- park slope landlord
- 1976
- 2005
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October 10, 2009
Brown Water Everywhere
I have brown water coming out from every shower and faucet in the house. What can be the cause? what can be done?
June 15, 2009
Tenant Refusing to Sign Lease
I have a tenant whose lease is expiring in August. The tenant has refused to sign the new lease. What are my options?
February 1, 2009
looking for used radiators
I need to replace a radiator and would like to know where I can pick up a used one.
Thanks in advance
September 20, 2008
Looking for someone to pain a fire escape
I have a 4 story building in bay ridge. the fire escape is getting rusty and needs to be painted. I would like to get an idea of the cost and if anyone can recommand someone for the work. thanks in advance.
August 4, 2008
park slope real estate agent needed
I have 2 one bedroom apartments for rent in north park slope on 5th ave. Till now I have been renting the apartments myself but would like to get a real estate agent to find tenants and do the background check and show the apartments.
June 29, 2008
park slope sewer system
During yesterday's thunderstorms the basement in my building was flooded. The pumps were working but the main sewer was overwhelmed with the amount of water that came down. I noticed most of my neighbores having the same issue. I called 311 and they said that they will have the DEP take a look. I understand that this has been an issue for many years now. Does anyone have and idea's on how to resolve this issue?
Author's Comments
I lowered the rent for a 1 bedroom in my park slope brownstone from 1900 to 1760. It took 4 days to rent the space. I see rents going down for the next year and strongly believe that we will see rents going up again by 2011. Rents in pk slope are still much higher then they were 5 years ago.
Posted by: landlord at October 21, 2009 9:48 AM in response to Rental Prices Continue to Fall in 3rd Quarter
Survey is closed
Posted by: landlord at October 14, 2009 10:22 AM in response to Time for the Brownstoner Readership Survey
thanks sj
Posted by: landlord at October 10, 2009 9:58 AM in response to Brown Water Everywhere
forgot to mention that only the cold water is brown...so its not the water heater.
Posted by: landlord at October 10, 2009 9:49 AM in response to Brown Water Everywhere
The rent of $1400 is about right for an apartment that size in that location. However, you should clean up the place and apply a coat of paint. Additionaly, get rid of the drop ceiling if you can.
I have 6 apartments in your area (all 1 bedrooms) and when a tenant moves out I always make sure its cleaned out really well and a new coat of paint put on. Additionaly I have tall tin ceilings and I would never in 100 years put drop ceilings.
When you take pictures make sure there is lots of light in the apartment. Light colors on the walls make the space look larger.
If done right there is no reason why you would not be able to rent the space in a weeks time at the most. your building is in prime park slope and although the market is down there is still a huge demand for your area.
good luck.
Posted by: landlord at October 6, 2009 7:28 PM in response to Advice on Rental Market
Gowanus - 3ed avenue? where is that?
Posted by: landlord at October 1, 2009 6:28 PM in response to Longtime Thai Restaurant in the Slope Shutters
5th avenue = "RESTAURANT ROW" .......nuf said.
Posted by: landlord at October 1, 2009 6:26 PM in response to Longtime Thai Restaurant in the Slope Shutters
Excellent tip dave. I have to give it a try on my rails.
Posted by: landlord at September 29, 2009 10:34 AM in response to Beautiful mahogany rails?
Excellent find. I ordered pics of my commercial park slope brownstone in the 1940's.
Can't wait to see it.
Posted by: landlord at September 28, 2009 10:08 PM in response to Old 30's Photos of B'stones?
http://therealdeal.com/newyork/articles/slope-slowdown-on-fourth-avenue
Posted by: landlord at September 23, 2009 4:02 PM in response to Broker Switcheroo, Huge Price Cuts at The Elan
fsrg - your correct. A.D. Shaye was one of the owners (there are 2). It certainly looks like there is some bank action as you stated.
Posted by: landlord at September 23, 2009 3:53 PM in response to Broker Switcheroo, Huge Price Cuts at The Elan
Novo sales are impressive. What are the boundries for PS 321?
Posted by: landlord at September 15, 2009 1:30 PM in response to The Novo Sells Out
He has every right.
Posted by: landlord at August 24, 2009 10:24 AM in response to Joe Sitt is No Dream Operator
Low rent for the space
Posted by: landlord at August 21, 2009 3:30 PM in response to StreetLevel: Slope's Old Record Store Up for Rent
dont let him get away with this. as mentioned earlier, he ripped you off the first time.
Posted by: landlord at August 19, 2009 10:53 AM in response to Landlord Problem
So will this be good for PS or not??
Posted by: landlord at August 13, 2009 2:36 PM in response to Sex and the Other City
Gemini is correct. A decent 1 bedroom in north slope will run 1800-2200
Posted by: landlord at August 12, 2009 6:13 PM in response to Studio/1BR Rental Prices?
landlord wrote a review about Corner Burger on August 10, 2009 12:19 PM
Oh...forgot to mention that they always ask me how I want my burger cooked.
landlord wrote a review about Corner Burger on August 10, 2009 12:17 PM
I used to go to the burger dinner on 7th...but this place makes much better burgers. You can have the burger made exactly how you want it. I really like the place
please email me your contact info: arial1@aol.com
Posted by: landlord at August 10, 2009 8:18 AM in response to Beautiful antique radiator 4sale
I live in the area. Moved there in 2005. Is the house on Bedford avenue by any chance?
Posted by: landlord at August 6, 2009 12:25 PM in response to ISO Good GC
Id like the same thing done to my brownstone. How much does it cost?
Posted by: landlord at July 29, 2009 9:39 PM in response to Replacing a roof hatch
For the first month and security I always take cash or certified check...and you should definitely start a rent blog
Posted by: landlord at July 27, 2009 9:21 PM in response to Cash Only for Sec Deposit?
gemini10 - I am glad that you are getting great rent for your duplex. my apartments are not duplexs. If they were, the rent would reflect that. Additionaly I charge below market to ensure the apartments get rented ASAP.
If you want to compare apples to apples lets compare $/sq foot.
Posted by: landlord at July 27, 2009 4:46 PM in response to Renting Condos
MrSmith - removing the charm factor I will have serious competition. If 3ed avenue between 5th and 6th looked like 4th avenue....I would be worried.
All thats left to say is...Viva La Difference!
Posted by: landlord at July 27, 2009 3:45 PM in response to Renting Condos
As a park slope landlord I don't believe the new developments on 4th will have any affect on park slope rents for a few reasons:
1. The rent they charge for a new condo apartment on 4th is very high (and you get small bedrooms with low ceilings and no character).
2. 4th avenue will NEVER have the charm of proper park slope! Not now, not 10 years from now! There is nothing more beautiful then a row of stately brownstones in a tree lined block.
My brownstones my not have new construction with marble flooring and steel appliances....but they do have tall tin ceilings, exposed brick walls, and are on beautiful tree lined streets.
Gemini10 - My park slope apartments have brand new bathrooms with no mold and large kitchens. I rent them for less then $1800 per month. When I do place an apartment on craigslist, it never stays on the market for more then 2 days. You simply need to look better. Additionaly, you can call 6th and 15th park slope...but it does not look like park slope, does not feel like park slope, does not smell like park slope. If it looks like a duck.....
11217 - I agree with your park slope definition.
Posted by: landlord at July 27, 2009 3:27 PM in response to Renting Condos
Call eric at precision pest control. 917-854-7090
Posted by: landlord at July 24, 2009 2:05 PM in response to Bed Bugs and Rats
landlord wrote a review about Get Fresh Table and Market on July 23, 2009 1:42 PM
Great food. Amazing coffee. I love that place.
I personaly handed her a copy of lease today. She said that she missplaced the original (twice). She said she will look it over before signing it.
Posted by: landlord at June 15, 2009 3:01 PM in response to Tenant Refusing to Sign Lease
Thanks so much for the advice. The certified return receipt will go out this morning. I will follow up with a real estate lawyer.
Posted by: landlord at June 15, 2009 7:27 AM in response to Tenant Refusing to Sign Lease
the apartment is rent stabilized. no minors, section 8, or handicapped tenants. tenant did not default. I suspect that the tenant is trying to kill time and say that he never got the lease. I understand that a rent stablilized apt has to give the lease 120-150 days before the lease expired. I handed him the lease during that period.
Posted by: landlord at June 14, 2009 10:29 PM in response to Tenant Refusing to Sign Lease
I have property near that area and the area has seen an increadible change in the last 10 years. As mentioned previously, its not prime park slope. However, you are walking distance to everything park slope has to offer and im sure the area will just get better and better.
Posted by: landlord at June 11, 2009 9:27 AM in response to 8th St between 4th and 5th aves
I had a break in at my brownstone in center park slope last year. 2 different incidents. They gain access from the roof. Another attempt was made a few months ago but the burgler failed to gain access to the apts because the windows were closed. A tenant called to say he saw someone on the fire escape and the hatch to the roof was open. I am trying to get the 5th ave BID to invest in extra security. They seemed concerned with the garbage at this point.
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Posted by: landlord at May 22, 2009 1:27 PM in response to increase in apartment break-ins?
I agree with snarkslope.
Posted by: landlord at May 11, 2009 10:42 AM in response to Civic Council Wants to Supersize Park Slope Historic District
I always post my apartments in craigslist. I am the landlord so there is no brokers fee. This usually generates a large interest and I have many people showing up to see the place.
however, for every landlord posting there are at least 8 who claim to be landlords with no fee apts and they turn out to be brokers. I had some very very fustrated people show up at my building with all their paper work at hand. some have been looking for over 2 months.
many ads will state park slope but are actually south slope or are at 4th ave and below. Some list a studio apartment in park slope which is actually a chopped up apartment and has less then 300sq feet of living space.
So to sum up: if going through craigslist you have to be very patient. always ask for the exact address and sq footage of the space. if you are willing to pay a 1 month fee to a broker, it might save you lots of footwork and time.
Posted by: landlord at May 9, 2009 8:53 AM in response to How did you find your Apt?
His monthly tax is correct for a new condo construction. although it won't go into effect some 10 years after he buys the condo.
a friend bought a new condo thats over 2000 sq feet. he is paying a very low yearly tax at this time (something like $80 per quarter). however, in 10 years this tax abatement of some sorts will be over and his taxes will go up to around 20k per year.
i would highly suggest that you speak with a lawyer to explain in detail exactly what the taxes will be in the future.
Posted by: landlord at May 9, 2009 8:46 AM in response to Brooklyn Property Tax rates
never been to the flee at ft. green. I will definitely visit this location. congrats mr. B
Posted by: landlord at April 29, 2009 8:12 AM in response to Brooklyn Flea Expanding to Brooklyn Bridge Park!
BHO is a dumb a$$ who has no idea what he is talking about. He should get together with the what.
BHO....keep on dreaming for that sub 1 million park slope brownstone. 10 years from now you will find yourself at exactly the same place....still dreaming!
serp...if the math makes sense..then make the jump. I made the jump in the early 90s during the recession and now own several buildings in park slope mortgage free. my quality of life will not change a bit if one apt was vacant or 10 apts for that matter.
Posted by: landlord at April 27, 2009 10:24 PM in response to Rental Reasearch
I recently bought the pioneer kuro 111FD. rated the best television you can possibly buy. it was marked down from 5k to 2.5k at 6th ave electronics.
the picture is amazing and almost looks 3D. the screen size is 50 inches.
go to cnet.com and see what they say about the kuro
Posted by: landlord at April 6, 2009 7:58 AM in response to buying a flat screen TV
Posted by: landlord at March 29, 2009 8:16 PM in response to p.s. rental price advice
What would you like to know?
Posted by: landlord at March 29, 2009 4:36 PM in response to p.s. rental price advice
Must be closing due to landlord greed. He must have had his hand in this. I just know it!
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Watchdog barking. Do he bite?
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Slip in his window. Break his neck.
Then his house I start to wreck.
Got no reason. What the heck?
Kill my landlord. Kill my landlord.
C-I-L-L my land lord.
Posted by: landlord at March 26, 2009 11:28 AM in response to Curtains for the Starlight Lounge
Looks really nice. I am looking forward to this.
Posted by: landlord at March 26, 2009 11:15 AM in response to Turf's Down at Slope Park
I DO NOT AGREE WITH YOUR COMMENTS
Although rent plays a big role in whether a store will succeed or not, its not the only variable!
I am renting a store with a 15 year lease in park slope. The owner of the buisness has 1 year left on his lease. However, he is closing his business now because things have gotten really bad for him. Sales are not what they used to be. Even though he has 14 months left on his lease, he decided to close.
.........so he is paying the same rent I was charging him 14 years ago....and he is still closing down!!
Its definitly not the rent. Its the business model and the economy. At least in his case.
Posted by: landlord at March 19, 2009 3:18 PM in response to Retail Hardest Hit in Brooklyn
I would definitly buy. There is a very good chance of some serious inflation around the corner. This will lead to your savings being worth much less. I highly doubt park slope in particular will see much of a fall...however, if your looking in east flatbush it would be a different story.
The good news is that I don't see the inflation hitting us for at least another 6 months...so it gives you time to look and find a place you really like.
The govt. is printing more cash then ever. Once this hits the major population, the value of the mighty dollar will fall.
Posted by: landlord at March 10, 2009 6:08 PM in response to To Buy or Not to Buy
very nice. keep em coming
Posted by: landlord at March 10, 2009 10:49 AM in response to Naval Hospital Between the Wars
Every business understands that its biggest expense is the rent. Before they open for business they have done the math. They came to the conclusion that with all the expenses they should be able to make a profit.
They are quick to blame the landlords when the economy has taken a turn for the worst. Its the business model that they follow and the poor economy that has led them to close. The book store mentioned can't possibly expect the landlord to keep the rent the same as it was 10 years ago. Operating expenses for a building went up a great amount since then.
.........before you know it, they will expect the city to regulate commercial rents!
Posted by: landlord at March 10, 2009 9:26 AM in response to High Rents Killing Montague Street
give it back.
Posted by: landlord at March 9, 2009 9:47 AM in response to Security Deposit
corolla is correct - trillions of dollars have been printed out recently. This will cause the value of the dollar to sink very fast. It will take about a year to hit, but soon we will see $10 for a gallon of milk, average new car will be $80,000, and a small studio co-op in park slope will run over a million.
Posted by: landlord at February 27, 2009 12:10 PM in response to She is sinking by the bow
Responses to Author's Forum Comments
the rental market is awful
Posted by: bitter_bubble_buyer at November 3, 2009 4:50 PM in response to Rental Renovations
the rental market is awful
Posted by: bitter_bubble_buyer at November 3, 2009 4:50 PM
That means you're charging too much!
Posted by: rf at November 3, 2009 8:29 PM in response to Rental Renovations
"rental market is awful" = no renters OR no renting stock?
Posted by: CHMomma at November 4, 2009 10:38 AM in response to Rental Renovations
Is the rental market in center park slope that bad?
Posted by: landlord at November 3, 2009 4:33 PM in response to Rental Renovations