What Edmonton condo boards should be planning for five years from now

If you’ve ever been a volunteer board member, you probably know the importance of board meetings. However, sometimes they are not as productive and professional as they could be. Delicate situations can arise. To keep your meetings focused, respectful and collaborative, put these helpful tips into practice.

Life in a multi-family community is much more pleasant when residents and leaders each understand their individual rights and responsibilities. As in all aspects of life, respect for each other and adherence to the rules are key components to successful community relations.

We all know that “organizing paperwork” is not at the top of most people’s list of things-to-do. Most likely we also know that it suddenly achieves high importance when we have to ask ourselves “now where did I see/put that?” When speaking of the documents of a condominium corporation, it is imperative that these be accessible and up-to-date when they are needed. These six guidelines will help you get it organized.

In order for condominium committees to be successful, the board of directors must provide planning, structure and clear communication to the volunteer committee members. Consider these five points to ensure your next committee is focused, productive and an asset to your corporation. 

Take stock, from time to time, of the relationship your condominium has with its property management company. Is it as healthy as it should be? Consider these four points to determine if it’s good or if it could be improved.

If you are a condo board member or resident, you know how important it is to receive great service from your condominium property manager. But what is great service? Well, it’s a collection of things and great management companies make sure they deliver them.

You’re loving your condo lifestyle and everything that comes with it. Overall you enjoy your neighbours and make use of common areas and amenities. Is it time to think about giving back by participating in how the community runs by volunteering to be a condo board member?

Common property maintenance usually takes a significant bite out of a condominium corporation’s budget. Some boards try to keep the expenditures as low as possible, but that can backfire in the long run. Of course you don’t want to spend on unnecessary work, so how do you achieve the right balance?

Love them or hate them, if you are a condominium board member you know that board meetings are essential to the successful operation of the community. But not all meetings are as effective as they should be. With some planning and guidelines in place this can be improved in short order.

When you choose a property management company you want it to be a great fit for your board and your residents. But how do you do that? What sets one apart from another? Look for these qualities in a manager to help you compare your options and make the best choice.