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summerbrooklyn

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Thinking about bidding $590k on a $700k coop

Hi – I’m looking at putting in an offer for a park slope coop that needs some work (new kitchen). I’m not working with a…

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Updated 12 years and 5 months ago

bedstuywalla

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

any recs for where to find vintage door hooks?

hey folks, I’m looking for old, antique, used, salvaged, unique/bizarre, and/or vintage door hooks for a wall project. I’m happy to go hunting at any…

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Updated 12 years and 5 months ago

sqhaexgkh

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Developer Delays, Advice?

I’m in the midst of dealing with substantial developer delays. My developer, Joe and Amy Miller of Park Slope, have no experience and while construction…

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Updated 12 years and 5 months ago

youngatheart

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Hand Loomed Oaxacan Rug 10 x 13 for sale

Hi Brownstoners, I have a flat weave hand loomed Oaxacan rug for sale. Bought it in 2010 when we first moved into Brooklyn while we…

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Updated 12 years and 5 months ago

oakland

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

ISO Contact Info for Brian Bacchiocchi

We recieved a recommendation for this painter but they had misplaced thr contact info. Does anyone have his info? Thanks in advance.

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bkbrownstone

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Parlor Floor Deck Iron Work

I’d like to start construction on a parlor floor deck, 20ft wide X 9ft deep, metal with ipe wood slatting and a staircase leading down…

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mystiky

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

I need advice for the new stairway

Attached here is a photo of the existing short stairway that leads from my house side entrance into the kitchen (which is behind the closed…

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guikazoid

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Is locksmith overcharging me?

A locksmith charged my wife $25 for a consultation fee. He deemed that the deadbolt we had was not working properly (fine, I actually believe…

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Updated 12 years and 5 months ago

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Mason Needed

Tried searching the forum archive for masons, but the most recent posts were from 2011 and there were no comments. What happened to the valuable…

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gnanda

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

classic style cast iron radiator

I have a classic style cast iron radiator for sale. Dimensions are 38? tall, 29? wide and 9? deep. It is located in Carroll Gardens…

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gnanda

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Classic Style Cast Iron Radiator available

I have a classic style cast iron radiator for sale. Dimensions are 38″ tall, 29″ wide and 9″ deep. It is located in Carroll Gardens…

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monkey1

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Stabbing/Shooting on Vanderbilt Saturday Night?

I was walking my dog to the park Sunday morning on Vanderbit and noticed a significant blood trail from the corner of Vanderbilt/Dean by Woodwork…

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xiuxiuxiu

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Bamboo removal in backyard

I was wondering if anyone could recommend someone who can help remove bamboo from our backyard, which would include preventing future growth by cutting /…

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Updated 12 years and 5 months ago

huesos

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Owner Occupancy Eviction Case or Filing DHCR Form RA-54?

If the owner of a multi-family building with some rent-stabilized tenants wants to empty the building of tenants and use the whole building for the…

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mediamaven56

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Buying a house BEFORE it goes on the market?

Hi all, I’m finally ready to buy a multi-family home in Brooklyn but am having a SUPER hard time finding something I can afford. It…

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topperbowers

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Recommending EcoBrooklyn

We have worked with Eco Brooklyn on a couple home repairs over the years and they have always been great. We first approached them to…

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Updated 12 years and 5 months ago

destinedtorent

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Very local mover recommendation wanted

Im moving my studio in the Brooklyn Navy Yard to another building about 50 yards away. Have some large and heavy pieces that I need…

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Updated 12 years and 5 months ago

Edkay

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Claw-Foot Cast-Iron Bathtub for Sale

I’m looking to sell a cast-iron bathtub that dates back to 1899, located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. In good condition, but does need reglazing.

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tlocane

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Does a C of O Trump the DOB's Website Info?

If a building has a certificate of occupancy that is recently dated, and states “Multiple Dwelling Law Classification: None”, but the city’s DOB website states…

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Updated 12 years and 5 months ago

menierchoc

in General Discussion 12 years and 5 months ago

Solid Brass showerhead/bath wall mount (photo)

For sale porcelain handles email menierchoc@yahoo.com for better photos $500 or best offer

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