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lucysnowe

in Lighting 12 years and 7 months ago

Several chandeliers for sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50ce73831991d-.jpg This one is in excellent condition, very valuable frosted glass. Approx. 20″d x 12″ h $150 Call 917-907-3030

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crownheights2012

in Conversion 12 years and 7 months ago

Tax implications of converting from 4 family to 2 or 3 (Bedsty)

We are considering a multifamily (4 family) which we would like to convert to a 2 or 3 family.  Taxes are currently quite high as…

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crownheights2012

in Conversion 12 years and 7 months ago

Tax implications of converting from 4 family to 2 or 3 (Bedsty)

We are considering a multifamily (4 family) which we would like to convert to a 2 or 3 family.  Taxes are currently quite high as…

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r-squared

in Handymen and Odd Jobs 12 years and 7 months ago

handyman hourly rates

We’ve been looking for a reliable handyman to perform some simple, yet tedious and time-consuming jobs around the house. Our neighbours gave us a few…

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drunkenstooper

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 7 months ago

The Pfizer Mansion Salvage Giveaway

Hi, We have doors, moldings, stained glass windows, subway tile and more. Please call 917 734 1383 with your questions or to make an appointment.…

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drunkenstooper

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 7 months ago

The Pfizer Mansion Salvage Giveaway

Hi, We have doors, moldings, stained glass windows, subway tile and more. Please call 917 734 1383 with your questions or to make an appointment.…

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crownheights

in Other 12 years and 7 months ago

Antique dresser for sale by owner...$150

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50cccfea60ba2-.jpg Antique dresser for sale by owner… $150 Link to additional pictures below https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.258354927624315.59850.100003494304472&type=1&l=2011e1da49

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nalusurf

in Flooring 12 years and 7 months ago

Recommendations for a Wood Floor Contractor?

Hello All.  We are looking to have someone come and do a simple buff job on old wood parquee floors.  We are not looking for…

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Silvermax

in Other 12 years and 7 months ago

Computer Person Sought

Would like to get some in-home computer help with setup and instruction of some basic software, like Skyp. It seems to me there was someone…

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crownheights

in Other 12 years and 7 months ago

Antique dresser for sale by owner...$150

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50cccfea60ba2-.jpg Antique dresser for sale by owner… $150 Link to additional pictures below https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.258354927624315.59850.100003494304472&type=1&l=2011e1da49

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architerp

in Boiler Repair 12 years and 7 months ago

Boiler Re-Piping Recs

I’m looking to have my boiler re-piped. It’s knocking uncontrollably. I have to drain it at least once a month. I’m looking for some some…

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somavision

in Building Code 12 years and 7 months ago

Legal Conversion of a 3 Family Semi-Attached to a 5 Family in Astoria, Queens

Hope some brilliant person out there can help me out with this. I recently moved into a 2 BR on the first floor of a…

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architerp

in Boiler Repair 12 years and 7 months ago

Boiler Re-Piping Recs

I’m looking to have my boiler re-piped. It’s knocking uncontrollably. I have to drain it at least once a month. I’m looking for some some…

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ptlnyc

in Boiler Repair 12 years and 7 months ago

Do I need permission from my neighbors to bolt through the roof dividing wall?

Hi My I-Beams blew over during Hurricane Sandy and I had a metal guy come to bolt down and attach properly. My neighbor came up…

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ptlnyc

in Boiler Repair 12 years and 7 months ago

Do I need permission from my neighbors to bolt through the roof dividing wall?

Hi My I-Beams blew over during Hurricane Sandy and I had a metal guy come to bolt down and attach properly. My neighbor came up…

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serpentor

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 7 months ago

Creative Cupboard Door Solutions?

Our kitchen cabinets are horrible. I’d like to reface them instead of actually ripping them out, since I’m competent to install new doors but definitely…

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lauranyc

in Real Estate - General 12 years and 8 months ago

Can a renovation be a good investment?

I own a small clapboard house in Brooklyn Heights.  While the house is big enough for my small family’s needs, there is a very large…

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serpentor

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 7 months ago

Creative Cupboard Door Solutions?

Our kitchen cabinets are horrible. I’d like to reface them instead of actually ripping them out, since I’m competent to install new doors but definitely…

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serpentor

in Furniture 12 years and 7 months ago

Good Sources for Lumber Salvage

I’m interested in finding some salvage lumber for a standing desk project. Anyone have good leads on lumber sources? Build it Green is on my…

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thegraduate

in Financial Services 12 years and 8 months ago

Sponsor Requiring Use of Preferred Lender

I’m getting ready to purchase a condo in a four unit converted brownstone.  I received the contract and everything looks ok except for one thing…

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