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May 20, 2022
Establishing condo corporation rules and regulations by navigating governing documents and resolutions to create beneficial rules for your community and residents.
Establishing Condo Corporation Rules and Regulations
April 26, 2022
Serving as a board member of your condominium isn’t an easy job and mistakes can happen. Learn how to avoid the 5 most common board member mistakes.
How to Avoid 5 Common Condo Board Member Mistakes
April 11, 2022
Burnout is a combination of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. Initially coined to define what first responder and caregiver roles may face, the experience extends to people in various professions, including voluntary roles like being a member of your condo board. So how do you avoid board member burnout?
How to Avoid Board Member Burnout
March 31, 2022
When considering the addition of EV charging infrastructure for condominiums, there are a number of things that need to be taken into account. It's a large project that can be overwhelming for any board, but if you follow these steps the process should be simpler.
Electric Vehicles are Coming - How to Prepare Your Condominium for the Surge
February 24, 2022
At FirstService Residential, our mission is to make a difference every day for communities like yours, serving as your partner in its management, evolution and enhancement. It’s rewarding work that is built on strong relationships, grounded in our deep local market knowledge and strong industry experience.
FirstService Residential’s Local Service Structure and Expertise How Your Community Benefits
January 17, 2022
There are five essential condo board roles that need to be filled for your community to succeed. learn what they are and what each role is responsible for to determine which suits you best.
The Five Essential Condo Board Roles
December 21, 2021
Not all residential property managers have what they need to give you great service. Learn what it takes to be a great residential property manager.
What Should you Expect from a Residential Property Manager
November 17, 2021
Managing package deliveries has become a necessity for condo corporations and as the holidays arrive it's more important than ever to be organized for the onslaught deliveries. Check out our tips for managing packages during this busy time of year.
Managing Package Deliveries During the Holiday Season
October 29, 2021
Condo policies are necessary in any corporation, but if they aren't well thought out or properly implemented, they can create more problems than they solve. How do you change condo policies? What can your board do to be certain that the condo policies you establish do the job they were intended to do?
How to Create Condo Policies That Make Sense
October 27, 2021
For board members, special assessments are typically unwelcome necessities. They are primarily needed because reserves have been underfunded and must be supplemented to pay for large capital projects such as replacing roofs or mechanical equipment.
Corporation Special Assessments: How to Avoid Them
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Effective Board Leadership: From Packages and Security to Hybrid Meetings

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