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rd684

in Landlord 12 years and 3 months ago

Greenwood Cemetery Cherry Blossom Alert

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5180f0f9098cb-.jpg A friendly heads up to nature lovers and photogrpahers, the cherry blossoms in Geenwood Cemetery are at their absolute peak and it’s stunning. As…

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Updated 12 years and 2 months ago

meme2

in Furniture 13 years and 5 months ago

office oak credenza

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f4ace0f524c4-.jpg Solid oak office credenza. has 2 file drawers as well as two regular drawers. I t has a large center area with sliding drawer.…

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Updated 12 years and 2 months ago

guest4

in Furniture 12 years and 11 months ago

Free outdoor table + chairs + sun umbrella

Free! Pickup asap from UWS. 917\. 806\. 0750\. Approx 6 feet by 40 inches with extension.

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Updated 12 years and 2 months ago

bwalton

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 12 years and 3 months ago

Buying House with Cellar Apartment Violations

I am in process of buying 2 family house in Queens. Previous owner has been illegally living in the basement for at many years. They…

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Updated 12 years and 2 months ago

gemby

in Taxes 12 years and 3 months ago

tax implications of buying 4-family to use as 2 or 3-family

Hi, I had been looking at 3-family homes, and happened to find a 4-family I might be interested in.  I’d plan to occupy two floors…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

strawberry1

in Building Code 12 years and 3 months ago

Anyone Familiar with the Borough Park Special Zoning?

I know there’s a Special Boro Park Zoning where it allows to cover up to 65% of the lot area. My question is: How High…

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jessicame

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 3 months ago

Looking for unfinished Mahogany interior doors and baseboards

Hi, I am looking for 3 interior unfinished mahogany doors for my brownstone.  Anyone have them to sell?  Anyone know of a good salvage resource?…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

evesieg

in Quality of Life 12 years and 5 months ago

Experience with George from Honest Roofing/ Staten Island?

I received a very reasonable quote from George from Honest Roofing/ Staten Island and was wondering if anyone else has used him for their roofs?  Does…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

landlord

in Flooring 12 years and 3 months ago

What kind of wood flooring is best for a rental

I am about to renovate one of my apartments and would like to pick new wood flooring that will withstand a lot of abuse.  Any…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

kms_bkyn

in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 3 months ago

Plumbing company to fix leak in main pipe before water meter can be changed

Our 100+ unit coop needs a new water meter, but apparently there is a leak in the main pipe that needs to be fixed before…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

ditmasmom

in Inspection 12 years and 7 months ago

Water Main question

We are about to hire a company to replace our very aging lead water main before we begin some other construction. For those that have…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

Kristine

in Construction 12 years and 3 months ago

Looking for contractor/renovator for small kitchen (7x7) and bathroom (6x6) job. Something modern, but not to Home Depot-y. Ideas?

Want to update two very small spaces.

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rockclimb8

in Garden 12 years and 3 months ago

Wood Door for Sale - Original Brownstone Door, including glass knob

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/517d267cc7276-.jpg I am selling a white wood door from a brownstone that has the original glass knobs on both sides.

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

jessicame

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 3 months ago

Looking for unfinished Mahogany interior doors and baseboards

Hi, I am looking for 3 interior unfinished mahogany doors for my brownstone.  Anyone have them to sell?  Anyone know of a good salvage resource?…

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strawberry1

in Zoning 12 years and 3 months ago

Is it possible to get a veriance on ZR23- 851

I received an DOB objection because: ZR23- 851 Proposed inner court is contrary in that it shall be no less than 1200 sft and minimum…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

theoperadiva

in Construction 12 years and 3 months ago

ISO: recommendations for Concrete Contractor or Mason for exterior job

Hi All, We’re seeking estimates and a recommendation for a concrete contractor or mason for a 300 sq ft slab in our backyard.  Our contractor…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

Juno106

in Electricians 12 years and 3 months ago

Looking for electrician with outdoor experience

Want to add some low-voltage lights to the backyard. Any recommendations greatly appreciated!

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refinancetoolbox

in Financial Services 12 years and 3 months ago

latest on refinance

President Obama on Monday announced new measures to help borrowers refinance their existing mortgages to new loans with lower interest rates and cheaper monthly payments.…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

jeanmarine2

in Taxes 12 years and 3 months ago

Tax Benefits of Converting Legal 3 Family to Legal 2 Family?

Have any of you converted your legal three family to a legal two family and reaped noticeable tax benefits, or know what tax benefits would…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

jeanmarine2

in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 3 months ago

Kitchen Installation in Parts - Brilliant or Crazy Idea?

Must we install a new kitchen all at once or can we do it in 2 pieces (piece 1 – electrical/plumbing/ floors/walls/plaster and appliances; piece…

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