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littl3italy91
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Original Brownstone Doors for Sale
I have a set of original brownstone entryway doors for sale. The measurements of the doors are 27×84. They have beautiful, heavy beveled glass fronts…
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citizenjane
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
How to install AC units with ground floor window bars?
We need to accommodate some AC units on the garden floor of our brownstone. Seeking advice on how people are dealing with this now? Brownstoner…
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jen-kg
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Anyone been successful at requesting Fios
We would like fios at our house in South Slope. Has anyone been successful requesting it or getting several neighbors to request it so they…
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BrooklynSteve
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Using Scored Tiles
Has anyone ever used a scored tile in their home renovation? . I have a sample of a 10” x 16” scored tile with 2.5”…
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randolph
in General Discussion 7 years ago
AirBnB ruling
so this happened yesterday “The New York City Council voted unanimously on Wednesday to significantly restrict Airbnb and other online home rental services, joining a…
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krobertson
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Original vs new exterior doors
Thinking about replacing 80+ yr old original wood entry doors with a new wood doors of a very similar style. The original doors are functional…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Re-Fi issues: appraisals seem low compared to comps for our area
Have you had a re-fi done on your single family home in Flatbush? I’m seeking information about your experience. Do you think your appraisal was…
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citizenjane
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
How to install AC units with ground floor window bars?
We need to accommodate some AC units on the garden floor of our brownstone. Seeking advice on how people are dealing with this now? Brownstoner…
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solehappy
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
recommended ductless ac specialist?
looking to install one of these systems and curious who people have had good experiences with. thanks!
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solehappy
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
recommended ductless ac specialist?
looking to install one of these systems and curious who people have had good experiences with. thanks!
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Re-Fi issues: appraisals seem low compared to comps for our area
Have you had a re-fi done on your single family home in Flatbush? I’m seeking information about your experience. Do you think your appraisal was…
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krobertson
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Mini-split unit on roof
I would like to place a mini-split unit on a flat roof. Planned to mount it on the parapet wall but an architect said since…
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crhorsken
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Corner Lot
Looking for opinions about buying corner lot properties. Trying to figure out if it will hurt our resale potential down the road.
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crhorsken
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Comps for Home Buyer
Anyone ever skipped using a buyer’s agent and purchased on their own? If so, can you explain how you obtained comps for the property to…
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crhorsken
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Corner Lot
Looking for opinions about buying corner lot properties. Trying to figure out if it will hurt our resale potential down the road.
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littl3italy91
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Original Brownstone Doors for Sale
I have a set of original brownstone entryway doors for sale. The measurements of the doors are 27×84. They have beautiful, heavy beveled glass fronts…
0
briank
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Banned bamboo species in NYC
Anyone familiar with what exactly is deemed invasive and prohibited in New York. The net is full of contradictory information. What most people agree on…
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hazeofhyacinth
in General Discussion 6 years and 11 months ago
Advice on aging retaining wall and concrete yard
New homeowner, looking for help on both what kind of professional I need, and recs for that professional. My yard is 80% concrete, held up…
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