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Local Law 97: 2023 updates from the New York City Department of Buildings
The DOB has updated LL97 carbon emissions requirements for boards and building owners, including fines and violations for non-compliance, filing deadlines, and Good Faith Effort. -
Effective HOA Communication Tools: Why the Right Technology Matters
Be honest: How good are your association’s HOA communication tools? Can residents and board members readily contact each other and your management company? Does your method of exchanging information ensure safety, privacy, and compliance with NJ HOA laws? -
Looking Forward: Emerging Multifamily Rental Trends in New York City
Multifamily building owners are now considering how to cater to legacy short-term renters, as well as forever tenants. This includes the provision of relevant and enticing amenities, expanded services, and rethinking concessions to maximize their revenue potential. -
Five tips for maintaining high rise fire safety in your community
Living in a high-rise can be an exciting experience, but it's also vital to keep fire safety in mind. Discover 5 fire safety tips that will help keep residents safe. -
Are EV Charging Stations Worth the Investment?
FirstService Energy's experts answer common questions about EV chargers, including costs, incentives, revenues, and curb appeal. -
Multifamily Rental Trends: Introducing the 485x Tax Exemption for Builders and Developers
New York City hopes to spur construction of multifamily housing with new 485x tax exemptions. -
One Wall Street: A Test Case for Commercial-to-Residential Conversions
One Wall Street is an example of how residential conversions can succeed in one of the most expensive cities to reposition an existing building. -
2024 Insurance Market Trends: General Liability, D&O Coverage, and Umbrella Policies
Experts from our affiliated insurance brokerage share tips for owners, shareholders, and board members to minimize exposure to market volatility. -
Strategies to Lower Energy Costs for Rental Building Owners and Condominiums/Cooperative Boards
FirstService Residential has partnered with Logical Buildings to simplify energy management and carbon emissions reduction. -
2024 Compliance Update: Lead Paint Inspections for NYC Apartments
New lead paint inspection laws will change how New York City's multifamily buildings must perform testing and maintenance. -
Building effective committees: Get more support from your community
Effective committees help lighten the load for board members. Learn how to set up and manage committees to leverage association engagement for maximum impact. -
Building effective committees: Get more support from your community
Effective committees help lighten the load for board members. Learn how to set up and manage committees to leverage association engagement for maximum impact. -
Building effective committees: Get more support from your community
Effective committees help lighten the load for board members. Learn how to set up and manage committees to leverage association engagement for maximum impact. -
HOA vs PUD: What is a PUD?
What is a PUD? Understanding the difference between HOA vs PUD can be difficult - discover our expert insights into the differences and more. -
Tax Abatements: 2025/2026 Tax Year Requirements for New York Condo Owners and Co-op Shareholders
An FAQ from our in-house experts to help owners and shareholders navigate filing requirements. -
Ask the Experts: NYC Local Law 157 and Natural Gas Detector Compliance
Our in-house experts answer frequently asked questions about Local Law 157, natural gas detectors, compliance, and how to avoid fines. -
Compliance Update: What is the Corporate Transparency Act? What Does the Injunction Mean for Condos and Co-ops?
How does the injunction halting the Corpoate Transparency Act effect New York condomniums and cooperatives? Read our compliance update for board members. -
Ask the Experts: Who Should Have Access to Security Camera Footage in a Condominium or Cooperative?
Our experts answered the most common questions we receive regarding security footage, access protocols, and balancing resident requests with legal obligations. -
Fire Safety and Compliance for Boards and Building Owners in NYC
Our experts answer common questions about creating a fire safety plan, complying with the FDNY fire code, and fire evacuation procedures. -
Ask the Experts: Pet Policies, Emotional Support Animals, and New York City’s 90-Day Pet Law
Our expert guide to creating enforceable pet policies, complying with NYC pet laws, and accommodating emotional support animals. -
Tax Certiorari: Reducing Property Tax Assessments for Condos and Co-ops
We help New York City boards, condo owners, and co-op shareholders save millions through property tax reductions and successful assessment protests. -
Ensure financial health for your community with a great HOA treasurer
A great board treasurer has skills and characteristics to tackle the responsibilities of planning and strategizing the financial livelihood of a community. The right treasurer can make a big difference! -
Ask the Experts: Fair Chance for Housing Act Compliance for NYC Condos and Co-ops
What is the Fair Chance for Housing Act? What are the requirements for NYC condominium and cooperative boards to comply? Hear from our experts.