Whether condo, HOA, or apartment building, security is always a concern in multifamily settings. This seminar will discuss privacy laws as they intersect with boards and owners' responsibilities, the use of surveillance technologies, proper…
Find out why your building is wet, and how to fix it right the FIRST time using proper flashing techniques and passive ventilation. After a brief building science presentation and demonstration, our panel of experts -- including a Structur…
This seminar helps managers and board members alike better understand how, when and why property taxes should be appealed. Presenters cover the appeal process itself, how percentage of ownership influences property taxes, the fiduciary duty…
Even the most tight-knit community faces challenges. Whether that takes the form of board overreach, management issues, or a personality clash between neighbors, knowing how to mediate and resolve conflict can mean the difference between re…
No matter how robust your operating and reserve funds may be, no community wants to pay more than they have to for utilities. With electric, gas and water rates going up, condo and HOA communities need all the help they can get to contain u…
It was not a good year generally for Trump-branded condos during the first full year of Donald Trump's presidency, according to a real estate website's report. Bloomberg reported that the average sales price and average price per squ…
There's more to hunting down energy waste than just caulking drafty windows and turning off lights when you leave a room. In this short segment, a multifamily energy expert discusses ways for buildings and HOAs to cut back on energy use, sa…
Significant change rarely manifests without those who are willing to lead by example. In an era when climate science is increasingly under scrutiny , it's becoming more and more important to tackle this dire issue at a local level. …
It’s that time of the year again: the Christmas lights are up; the air smells of pine trees and potato pancakes; and there’s a possibility of snow, sleet and ice. There’s also a chance that someone might slip and fall at your co-op or co…
Homeownership in New York City is about to get easier for first-time homebuyers, while existing yet struggling homeowners are getting help in fixing their homes This past Monday, the city announced two new initiatives , Open Door …