Are condo fees tax deductible? What to know

In this guide, we will cover the basics of Ontario condo fees and discuss if condo fees are tax deductible.

For board members, condo special assessments are typically unwelcome necessities. In this guide, discover what they are, why they may be needed, how to avoid them, and more.

Becoming a condo manager in Ontario requires formal education, supervised experience, and licensing through the Condo Management Regulatory Authority of Ontario (CMRAO). Discover how to process works here!

In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to know about condo reserve funds, from what they cover to how they’re funded, why they matter for property values, and how an experienced property management company like FirstService Residential can help.

Vendor management is an important aspect of condo board business. From selecting the right vendors, to maintaining those important relationships, find out how your board can be effective in vendor management.

We aim to make a difference daily by serving as your partner in your community's management, evolution, and enhancement. It's rewarding work built on solid relationships, grounded in our deep local market knowledge and substantial industry experience. In our role, we are committed to providing board members like you with the guidance and support needed to ensure your community's continued success.

Communication is vital to engaging the community and building solid relationships. So, what should your condo board do to ensure effective communication?

Pets are often a welcome addition to any condo community, however they can also lead to disagreements. So, how do you ensure harmony between all of your human and pet residents? Reasonable pet policies!

Nobody wants to be responsible for the task of ensuring all the condo corporation rules are being followed. Learn how your condo board can enforce policies in a way that is fair, polite, and doesn't create conflict within the community.

Creating an efficient budget for your condominium corporation can be a challenge. Advanced preparation is critical to making your budget a valuable financial tool for the success of your community. So what do you need to consider?