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ezzie1
in Garden 13 years and 5 months ago
Can anyone give me a source for a wooden garbage can shed? Thanks
I see many wooden garbage can sheds or bins but haven’t been able to find them for sale. Any advice?
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jonmintz
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
architect reccommend
Looking for a well-recommended architect with experience renovating 3rd/4th/roof brownstone combo units.
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jonmintz
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
architect reccommend
Looking for a well-recommended architect with experience renovating 3rd/4th/roof brownstone combo units.
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shjom
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 6 months ago
Evicting tenants
The building is a legal four family and they have no lease. They are a husband and wife with two kids. I bought the place…
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meme2
in Landlord 13 years and 6 months ago
tenants
we have a tenant with a yappy dog. he has had it for some time but now it yaps all night and its a problem.…
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whaaaaaaaat
in DIY 13 years and 5 months ago
Empty Lot + Cheap Pre-fab Home
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f2da05d7bbb8-.jpg I often fantasize about approaching first time home ownership by buying an empty lot and placing a tiny, cheap pre-fabricated home on it until I can afford…
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babyjordan
in Lawyers and legal service 14 years ago
Has anyone used Kurt Roth as an attorney when buying a townhouse and if so, were you happy with him?
Kurt Roth–real estate attorney
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right32
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 6 months ago
Attorney with Prior 203K Loan Experience
We entered into an agreement with a contractor and he is looking to walk away before the work is completed. I am looking to consult…
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vthatcher
in Mortgage 13 years and 5 months ago
CITIBANK EXITS WHOLESALE LENDING
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f2cae1dc1a20-.jpg A few years ago Citibank did wholesale business with over 10,000 mortgage brokers nationwide. Somewhere in 2008 they slashed the number of brokers from…
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vthatcher
in Mortgage 13 years and 5 months ago
CITIBANK EXITS WHOLESALE LENDING
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f2cae1dc1a20-.jpg A few years ago Citibank did wholesale business with over 10,000 mortgage brokers nationwide. Somewhere in 2008 they slashed the number of brokers from…
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oldtimer
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 6 months ago
House noises?
My house makes a lot of noise, sometimes it creaks sometimes it makes a loud clicking noise. It is like living in a creaky boat…
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cobblehillhome
in Insurance 13 years and 6 months ago
Earthquake insurance coverage
I’m curious if people are buying it for their Brooklyn homes. Seems like it’s around an extra $1000 a year depending on carrier. Thanks
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LostBread
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Reality Check--Construction Estimates
We received a horrifying estimate from our architect yesterday on the total costs of the proposed renovations on our 3 story brownstone in Carroll Gardens.…
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chayapiot
in Doors 13 years and 5 months ago
Mahogany French Doors.
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f2c19d5be579-.jpg We just renovated our UWS prewar coop and had to remove this double French door. They are refinished. Each door is 23.5″ wide and…
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LostBread
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Reality Check--Construction Estimates
We received a horrifying estimate from our architect yesterday on the total costs of the proposed renovations on our 3 story brownstone in Carroll Gardens.…
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alexk
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Has anyone worked with these contractors?
We are taking bids from contractors and have it down to a few names. However, don’t know too much about them. If you have worked…
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alexk
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Has anyone worked with these contractors?
We are taking bids from contractors and have it down to a few names. However, don’t know too much about them. If you have worked…
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right32
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 5 months ago
Carpenter Recommendations
Looking for a quality carpenter with good references. Thanks!
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KensingtonLite
in Inspection 13 years and 6 months ago
Is a basement houseguest illegal?
Help! I own a house in the Kensington/Victorian Flatbush area and have an old family friend as longish-term house guest in my basement. He pays…
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RenovationNinja
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 5 months ago
Substantial 25 Ft Beams For Sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f2ae39651912-.jpg I have 25 ft solid wood (ceiling) beams for sale, rare to find them in this length. Excellent shape – great for townhouse construction,…
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