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1ststreetmom

in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 9 months ago

free french doors pick up in park slope

I have some nice french doors that were between my living room and dining room. not good for flow of house. free to whoever wants…

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johnmarrison

in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 9 months ago

I need really unique kitchen sinks, any ideas?

Hi all, I am remodeling my kitchen and I need really unique kitchen sinks, Any ideas where i can get them? Thanks a lot, John

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

m926bk

in Real Estate - General 13 years and 9 months ago

With a budget of $300K, where would you look to buy?

I thought I would put this question to knowledgeable Brownstoners: If you were a single person looking to buy a studio or 1 BR apartment…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

webby1000

in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 9 months ago

Looking for Real Estate Attorney

I’m looking for a real estate attorney who has experience with rent stabilization from a landlord’s perspective, and preferably knowledgable about 421-A tax abatements.  …

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owner8182

in Waste Management 13 years and 9 months ago

Removal of concrete and fencing from landscaping project

What’s the most cost-effective way of disposing of concrete, fencing and other trash from a landscaping project? Thanks.

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marriedwithfrenchie

in Real Estate - General 13 years and 9 months ago

Development at 333 Atlantic Ave

Hello fellow Brownstoners.  Just wondering if anyone’s heard of impending development at 333 Atlantic Ave, between Hoyt and Smith Sts. (the somewhat recently sold St.…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

lbraunsc

in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 9 months ago

brownstone facade restoration

Pieces from the cornice on the front of our 1890 brownstone on 8th Street have started to fall off. I don’t think that it is…

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birkin

in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 9 months ago

Shade Sail for Terrace

Does anyone have experince with Shade sails for Terraces.  Can someone recommend a contractor / lanschape person with experince with measuring and installing outdoor shade…

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anuka

in Construction 13 years and 9 months ago

Contractor Recommendation

I just wanted to recommend JC Martin & Sons (http://www.jcmartinrenovation.com/) to anyone who is looking to renovate their house. Martin and his team worked on our…

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GVL

in Construction 13 years and 9 months ago

Special Permit

Is a Special Permit needed to build a freestanding church in a residential area in Brooklyn.  I was listening to the radio today and this…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

stephanie

in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 9 months ago

How to make sure house is vacant by closing date?

I’m interested in a 2-family home that is not owner occupied. Both apartments have tenants. One is a tenant at will and the other’s lease…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

catbk

in Insurance 13 years and 9 months ago

Homeowners insurance comparison question

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fe4be7986000-.jpg Hi. I’ve been covered for 30+ years by Brownstone Agency (using an often changing variety of underwriting companies). I am currently up for renewal.…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

greencat

in Mortgage 13 years and 9 months ago

Refinance, loan modification - investment property..Suggestions?

Hi Brownstoners- We have a four family rental property in Bed-Stuy that has a 10 year interest only for 10 years, which ends in approximately…

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tsarina

in Flooring 13 years and 9 months ago

how to seal wood floors without moving out.

My friend is a cat lady with 15 cats.  Her oad parquet floors seem worn down without any sign of polyurathane.  Needless to say they…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

ebon2

in Skylight 14 years and 10 months ago

Skylight Shade???

We have a very large skylight (8′ x 8′) that is overdue for some kind of shade. I’m having difficulty finding a solution for our…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

SMR

in For Sale 13 years and 9 months ago

For Sale: Wrought Iron Patio Set

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fe71fd32164d-.jpg For Sale:  High quality wrought iron patio set in very good condition.  Includes Woodard Wrought Iron Oval table, 42×72”, 29” high, with umbrella hole. …

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sobrooklyn

in Real Estate - General 13 years and 9 months ago

Does Brooklyn Brownstone "Gold Rush" equal more equity, and no more PMI?

Hello–I am a new homeowner (almost 2 years in).  The NYT reported a few weeks ago that demand is up for brownstones, and a good…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

jenniferelizabeth

in Brownstoner 13 years and 9 months ago

Can I rent your BAGGO set Sun. June 24?

Hi, Does anyone have a baggo set that they don’t mind renting for $20 for Sunday June 24th?  I will pick up and drop off…

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jenniferelizabeth

in Brownstoner 13 years and 9 months ago

Can I rent your BAGGO set Sun. June 24?

Hi, Does anyone have a baggo set that they don’t mind renting for $20 for Sunday June 24th?  I will pick up and drop off…

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emmapeele

in Drywall and Insulation 14 years and 3 months ago

Sagging Plaster Molding

We removed our drop ceiling and found an almost intact plaster ceiling with moldings.  Sadly, several sections are sagging and our contractor wants to demo…

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