Few people really enjoy co-op or condo board meetings - they often drag on for hours, get bogged down in back-and-forth debates, and meander off track. But it doesn't have to be that way! Board meetings are where the vital business of your …
As more and more multifamily communities look to reduce emissions, save money, and provide reliable energy to their residents, solar power has become a hot topic - but many boards and residents still have questions about funding, installati…
The constantly-changing legal landscape at the local and state level can be challenging for even the most proactive, well-informed board-management team - one missed deadline or inspection can lead to costly fines and other headaches. This …
As the lending landscape remains challenging for individuals, associations, and co-ops alike, things like funding major projects or refinancing an underlying mortgage can be even trickier than usual. This presentation will map out the curre…
According to a recent item published by the National Housing Conference (NHC), the Executive Council for Housing Affordability (ECHA) at the J. Ronald Terwilliger Center for Housing Policy sent a letter to Congressional leaders on Novem…
The First Amendment of the US Constitution guarantees the right to free speech and expression - but how does that right apply to the residents of multifamily co-op or condo buildings? Does it apply at all? Can you - or the guy down the hall…
Almost as if by coincidence, given last week’s historic rains and flooding, New York State has recently passed two laws that provide some answers for homeowners and renters affected by the intense weather event. The first, Section 231-B of …
Living in close quarters can—and often does—lead to conflict. In co-op, condo, and HOA communities, conflict can occur between residents, or between a resident and the board. And to complicate matters, a seemingly isolated conflict between …
Multifamily communities are governed by laws that range from local ordinances to federal housing statutes. Not only is there a long list of codes, deadlines, inspections, filings, and regulations to follow, but these important items and dat…
When buying into a co-op, condo, or HOA, you’re not merely buying a home—you’re buying into a community. These communities are governed by policies and procedures that typically include prospective member requisites, as well as the methods …