Teri Karush Rogers
Founder & Publisher
Founder and publisher Teri Karush Rogers launched Brick Underground in 2009. As a freelance journalist, she had previously covered New York City real estate for The New York Times. Teri has been featured as an expert on New York City residential real estate by The New York Times, New York Daily News, amNew York, NBC Nightly News, The Real Deal, Business Insider, the Huffington Post, and NY1 News, among others. Teri earned a BA in journalism and a law degree from New York University. During law school she realized she would rather explain things than argue about them, so she returned to service journalism after graduation.
Posts by Teri Karush Rogers:
How long does it take for a co-op board to schedule an interview?
October 17, 2022 - 12:30 PM
Most NYC co-op boards schedule interviews within two to four weeks but factors like incomplete applications and vacations can slow things down.
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Can our co-op ban our super from doing routine jobs for residents like unclogging drains?
October 10, 2022 - 09:30 AM
If a clog is located between the wall and your sink, your co-op board is probably within its rights to require you to fix it. But just because your board is within its rights to tell you to hire a plumber doesn’t mean it should, especially if you live in a well-staffed building.
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Why are condo common charges so high in NYC?
October 3, 2022 - 09:30 AM
NYC condo buildings are seeing common charges increase by a minimum of 4 to 6 percent this year, a result of higher heating costs, inflation, and new lending compliance guidelines, among other factors.
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What are some tips for buying a NYC co-op or condo when mortgage rates are rising?
September 26, 2022 - 13:30 PM
Whether you’re looking to keep your monthly carrying costs low, or pay the least interest over the life of your loan, there are many tactics you can use to stretch your NYC real estate dollars, our experts say.
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How much homeowners insurance can my co-op board require me to have?
September 19, 2022 - 09:30 AM
When it comes to homeowners insurance for your co-op, the coverage your board requires depends on your building's particular circumstances.
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Is it our broker’s job to find us listings when buying a NYC co-op or condo?
September 12, 2022 - 09:30 AM
A pair of new buyers wonder whether they—or their broker—are responsible for finding NYC co-op and condo listings that match their preferences. Brick's experts weigh in.
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