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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? -
HOA Lawyers: Why your community needs them
Managing an HOA involves dealing with a myriad of legal issues, from drafting and enforcing bylaws to resolving disputes and navigating complex real estate laws. This is where the expertise of HOA lawyers becomes indispensable. -
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. -
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. -
Ask the Experts: New York’s Good Cause Eviction Law
The contentious legislation restricts rent increases, limits evictions, and mandates certain lease renewals in NYC. -
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. -
HOA board member abuse of power: What to know and how to address it
It is critical to know how to assess HOA board member abuse of power. This article is designed to help you recognize and address HOA board member abuse, ensuring that all parties involved can navigate these situations effectively. -
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. -
The Most Common Mistakes HOAs Make on Social Media Sites
Social media sites, such as Facebook and Nextdoor, are quickly becoming favorite mediums for information sharing amongst neighbors mainly due to their ease of use and mobile accessibility. However, it’s important for your board to establish how these sites will be administered. Here we’ve identified a few of the most common issues frequently made on homeowner-controlled social media sites and some suggestions on how you can keep things aboveboard. -
Understanding HOA complaints
In this piece, we will delve into types of HOA complaints, exploring the most common of them, how to handle each, your rights depending on your role, and complaint prevention! -
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.