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Encouraging Board Participation - How to Attract Talent
Aug 15, 2017
President of FirstService Residential Illinois, Asa Sherwood, is quoted extensively in this article by The Cooperator discussing the benefits of serving on an HOA board, how to prepare new board members for success, key components that make a strong board member, how board meetings should be appropriately operated, and the importance of committees.
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Peace of Mind at The Pet Resort
Jul 23, 2017
Planning a family getaway? Forget asking the neighbor’s kid to feed the dog while you’re away – give yourself peace of mind and take Fido to a boarding facility. With options like daily walks, puppy playtime, special toys and treats, plush bedding and even swimming, these pet resorts make it their job to pamper your pooch so you can enjoy your holiday completely guilt-free!
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Hurricane Season Is Here
Jun 01, 2017
While hurricanes can happen at any time, their potential to impact New York City is greatest from June to October. Every multifamily property should have a solid plan.
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Growth of Solar from 2011 to 2016 in New York State Nearly 800%
May 18, 2017
New York State is undertaking significant change in how it generates and delivers energy. Reforming the Energy Vision (REV) is Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s strategy aimed at building a next-generation energy system that is clean, resilient, and affordable for all New Yorkers. His aggressive Clean Energy Standard commitment will require 50% of New York State’s electricity to be sourced from renewable energy sources by 2030.
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With More Bang for the Buck, Renewables Providing Most New Power
May 08, 2017
Clean energy provided 55 percent of all new capacity added worldwide, the most ever, and total investment was about double the amount for generators driven by fossil fuels, according to a report published Thursday by UN Environment, the Frankfurt School-UNEP Collaborating Centre and Bloomberg New Energy Finance.
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Ways to Fuel Greater Energy Efficiency For Your Property
Apr 05, 2017
Founder and President of FS Energy, Tal Eyal, penned this article, “Ways to Fuel Greater Energy Efficiency,” featured in the latest edition of Multi-Housing News.
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LESS IS MORE: HOW TO LIVE A MORE MINIMALISTIC LIFESTYLE
Apr 05, 2017
Work hard. Make money. Buy new clothes, the latest technology and more toys for the kids. Does this sound familiar? It’s a blueprint that many of us tend to get carried away with. Minimalists, on the other hand, find freedom and mindfulness in austerity, and in the idea that less is more. Stripping away life’s baggage gives minimalists a sense of clarity and perspective.
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Multi-Family Living: Define Your Residents’ Rights and Responsibilities
Mar 28, 2017
New York City condos and coops are known to be home to diverse populations with a variety of personalities. Because residents have different levels of experience and involvement living in a multi-family property, they may also have vastly different views of their roles in such an environment. Community leaders should take a proactive approach in helping residents understand their roles and responsibilities. Here is a list of nine important rights and nine important responsibilities that both owners and non-owners should keep in mind.
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Property Insurance Seminar with Ben Kirschenbaum, VP & General Counsel, FirstService Residential
Mar 24, 2017
Ben Kirschenbaum, VP & General Counsel, FirstService Residential, is conducting a seminar on residential property insurance coverage and requirements as part of REBNY’s Residential Management Council Seminar Series.
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Is Your Co-Op Liable for Secondhand Smoke? NYC Co Op Smoking Policy
Mar 22, 2017
All of us have caught the whiff of secondhand smoke from a passerby or a fellow patron at a restaurant or even neighbors on their balcony. And for most nonsmokers, it’s a fleeting irritation, gone in an instant. But what if it’s more than that?