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2021 Legislative Session and Updates
Legislative matters impact community associations. FirstService Residential advocates for the associations in the Florida legislature. Learn more about the most important 2021 bills and updates! -
Virtual Board Meetings: Comprehensive Guidelines for Board Members
To help boards and shareholders navigate the legal and logistical nuances of virtual annual meetings, our property management experts have assembled a collection of best practices that address the most common concerns and logistical hurdles. -
Mitigating Board Liability & Personal Exposure – Part One
A capable management company will enforce procedures and invest in technologies that help limit legal liability for the condo or co-op, and also mitigate board member personal exposure. -
Mitigating Board Liability & Personal Exposure – Part Two
Policy exclusions introduce increased risk to the board and often render a contractor’s policy meaningless. Properly vetting a contractor’s insurance is critical. -
New York’s Climate Mobilization Act | Frequently Asked Questions
FirstService Residential helps condo and co-op boards navigate CMA compliance, avoid costly fines and identify incentive programs that reduce the cost of building upgrades. -
Want to Become a Florida Community Association Manager? Here Are 7 Questions and Answers to Consider
Are you interested in becoming a Community Association Manager? It requires a passion for helping others, empathy, and dedication to providing quality customer service, among other things. Read our article to learn if it's the right fit for you. -
FAQ: How New York City’s COVID Vaccination Requirement Impacts Boards & Building Owners
As of December 27, 2021, New York City’s Department of Health requires building workers who perform in-person work to show proof of vaccination to their employer. -
FAQ: The Impacts of the New York Prevailing Wage Law on Condominiums & Cooperatives
Beginning July 1, 2022, condominium and cooperative buildings in New York City must begin to pay building workers a prevailing wage or forfeit their eligibility for the Cooperative and Condominium Property Tax Abatement. -
Talent and Supply Chain Disruptions
Has your community association been affected by labor shortages? Learn more about supply chain issues and how to address them in your community. -
Talent and Supply Chain Disruptions
Has your community association been affected by labor shortages? Learn more about supply chain issues and how to address them in your community. -
Talent and Supply Chain Disruptions
Has your community association been affected by labor shortages? Learn more about supply chain issues and how to address them in your community. -
8-Step, No-Regrets Guide to Better Bidding
Transitioning to new management? See these 8 steps to ensure a seamless switch and take the stress out of change. -
Market Trends & Best Practices: Liability Insurance for NYC Condominiums & Cooperatives in 2022
New York City boards and owners are experiencing great difficulty renewing general liability and umbrella insurance policies. FirstService Residential can help. -
Luxury High-Rise Building Amenity Trends
Emulating the 5-star hotel industry trends, many high-rise condominium communities are offering luxury amenities to their residents. Learn more about luxury building amenity trends! -
Luxury High Rise Amenities and Building Amenity Trends
Emulating the 5-star hotel industry, many high-rise condominium communities are offering luxury amenities to their residents. Learn more about luxury building amenity trends! -
2022 Special Session Update: New Laws Impacting Community Associations
At the Florida Legislature's special session, new laws impacting community associations support condo safety and insurance reform. Learn more. -
Trend Report: Multifamily Rental Leasing & Investment Activity in New York City
Though inflation and economic uncertainty continue to impact property investments and transactions, multifamily stakeholders and institutional owners remain optimistic. -
Setting Pet Policies for Your Community: What You Need to Know
Learn how to approach pet policies to ensure that they are respectful, safe and compliant with the law. -
Setting Pet Policies for Your Community: What You Need to Know
Learn how to approach pet policies to ensure that they are respectful, safe and compliant with the law. -
Broward County Fire Prevention Code Requires AEDs and BCKs
The Broward County Florida Fire Prevention Code has been amended to include new requirements for Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and Bleeding Control Kits (BCKs). Learn more. -
The Property Management Paradigm Shift: From Facility Caretaker to Strategic Building Partner
Increasingly complex building regulations, rising costs, and inflation have shifted the needs of boards and building owners in New York City. The most successful property managers employ teams of experts who can triage the most sensitive issues. -
Q4 Trend Report: Multifamily Investment Activity in New York City
In New York City, record-breaking median rent rates observed in summer 2022 are showing signs of relief, but remain elevated above historic averages. -
Important Holiday Safety Tips to Follow This Season
It's the most wonderful time of the year but not if your holidays are cut short by a fire, an accident or a theft. Taking these 4 safety precautions can prevent such misfortunes. -
How to become a community association manager: 7 questions and answers to consider
Are you interested in becoming a Community Association Manager? It requires a passion for helping others, empathy, and dedication to providing quality customer service, among other things. Read our article to learn if it's the right fit for you.