Q. I live in Oceanside and am currently in what’s commonly referred to as NY Rising “limbo.” We’ve been given an estimate of what the program determines cost would be to raise our house . . .
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5/8/14
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Q. In your column, you mentioned using a construction adviser. Is there really such a person? I have a lot of problems with my house . . .
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5/1/14
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Q. We renovated our home and added a partial second floor last year, and we thought we selected the right contractor for our project. Now we’re so upset, and we’re hoping you can advise us . . .
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4/24/14
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Underground oil tanks are, apparently, a hotter topic than I expected.
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4/17/14
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Q. What is a flood vent, and why do I need to put them in?
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4/10/14
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Q. I’d like your opinion on buying a house with an in-ground oil tank (under the yard) that is still in use.
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4/4/14
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Q: I bought a house about a year ago. Since moving in I discovered several problems that didn't show up on the home inspection. Isn't the seller obligated to disclose …
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By Abraham Krieger
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3/6/14
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Q: My commercial property has been cited for pollution and I have to spend money to clean up. Does that reduce my taxes while I can’t use the property?
A: The answer is maybe, as all …
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By Richard G. Fromewick
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6/12/13
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Q: Several family members were comparing their similar residences in different parts of Nassau County. Why are the real estate taxes very different for each property?A: In Nassau County there …
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By Richard G. Fromewick
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5/14/13
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Q: Our company is a tenant in a commercial space and recently received a “notice to cure” from its landlord. The notice claims that we are in violation of certain non-monetary obligations …
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By Michael Antongiovanni
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4/18/13
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