Every member of a community association has a vested interest in the appearance of their property, both inside and out. Residents see the inside of their building every day, so it matters that it’s visually appealing. Equally importantly, t…
Having an in-house laundry room in your building is a boon to your residents - but before you bring in a company to build out a laundry room, or hire a new company to manage an existing one, it pays to ask a few pointed questions. In this s…
Emergency preparedness--especially for possible violent attacks at home, work and in public spaces--was the theme of a Manhattan symposium hosted last month by property management firm FirstService Residential and aimed at property managers…
Owners of newer New York City condominiums are facing higher property taxes, as once-beneficial tax abatements are starting to expire. According to a study by StreetEasy , the imminent end of the tax abatements means that not on…
When a resident is, or appears to be struggling with mental health issues, knowing what to do or how to help can be a tough call. In this clip, two industry pros talk about boards' obligations - and limitations - when it comes to navigating…
Upgrading an elevator is one of the most potentially disruptive - and expensive - projects a co-op or condo can undertake. Many hours of deliberation by boards after extensive consultation with managers and elevator consultants are required…
It’s been a long time since most people have felt comfortable just leaving their front doors unlocked. For better or worse, security has become the order of the day – and technology follows security needs. Today, that path leads to electr…
Running a community association requires boards and managers to work with people from all walks of life, including those who have unique experiences, wants, needs, and challenges. That may also apply to people with behavioral or mental heal…
As community members, co-op and condo owners work together to maintain the greater structure in which they live – not just their individual units. Major systems – things like boilers, roofs, and facades – are expensive to maintain and repai…
When everyday problems arise in a multifamily building or community association, residents frequently turn to their friendly neighborhood jack-of-all-trades: the superintendent (Depending on where you live, you might call him or her your bu…