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dandan
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Mortgage Broker/miracle worker
I’m writing to second the recommendations for, and sing the praises of, Vanessa Thatcher, at Atlantic Home Capital. She’s an absolute genius, and a true…
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dandan
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Mortgage Broker/miracle worker
I’m writing to second the recommendations for, and sing the praises of, Vanessa Thatcher, at Atlantic Home Capital. She’s an absolute genius, and a true…
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brownstonebettie
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Sublet during renovations
We are renovating our brownstone and need an apartment for 6+ months. Other than Craigslist, are there places I should look for temporary housing?
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empathie00
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
DOB complaint/inspection
Hi there – found a few threads on this topic but all are now closed … woke up yesterday to a “notice for audit” from…
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gemby
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Pocket shutters and window replacement?
We have original pocket shutters painted shut that we’ve always planned to uncover. I thought this project would make sense to do while replacing the…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Table Saw Rental
i have 2 designer/carpenters working on a project for me constructing a bar in clinton hill. they are here from berlin so without their full…
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soundhoner
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Adjacent property roof deck / tenant parties / dangerous conditions
Hi, Adjacent to my property is a small rental building run by a management company, with two roof decks. These roof decks, this past summer…
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gemby
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Pocket shutters and window replacement?
We have original pocket shutters painted shut that we’ve always planned to uncover. I thought this project would make sense to do while replacing the…
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gulya1971
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Mohawk Apts aka Mohawk Hotel
Recently I was reminiscing about the good and bad of my childhood. I remembered staying at the Mohawk Motel when we lost our apt on…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Renovation cost estimate
I’m considering submitting an offer on a property in Brooklyn in need of extensive renovation (little, if any, structural). I’d like to get an informed…
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conorl
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Increased Property Taxes and Renovations
Hi. Does anyone have any experience with a Alt 1 or Alt 2 renovation where taxes have increased significantly? My taxes currently are about $4800…
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WRPListings
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
What kind of shades for parlor floor front windows
We need to get something to give us a little privacy in the front of our house, but I don’t want to block the light…
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conorl
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Increased Property Taxes and Renovations
Hi. Does anyone have any experience with a Alt 1 or Alt 2 renovation where taxes have increased significantly? My taxes currently are about $4800…
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NeoGrec
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Replacing a hot water heater
Our A.O. Smith HW heater is long past its natural lifespan. Any tips for replacement? This is for a 2-family house, but with only 3…
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shalamoosha
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 8 years and 6 months ago
What type of professional advice do we need to sort C of O/block and lot issues
Hi – I live in a condo in Brooklyn. The condo sponsors also own a lot next to us and a lot behind us, as…
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stuyheights
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Brownstone facade renovation referral
I know this has been brought up several times over the years but some people have gone out and some people have gotten old. Other…
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stuyheights
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Wood refinisher / Stainer needed
Can anyone recommend anyone they have had a good experience with?
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ddjjee
in General Discussion 8 years and 6 months ago
Where to buy American blue stone?
There seems to be a big difference between blue stone that is locally made to the one made in China. Does anyone know where we…
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