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Protecting your community: What board members need to know about flood insurance
As a board member, you care about your community’s preparedness. Investing in flood insurance is one of the best ways to protect your community. -
Community association and condo flood insurance: What board members need to know
As a board member, discover what you need to know about floods and how flood insurance can help mitigate expenses caused by a flood. -
Flood insurance: What board members need to know
As a board member, discover what you need to know about floods and how flood insurance can help mitigate expenses caused by a flood. -
Navigating HOA bylaws: Can your HOA change its bylaws?
Owning a home in a community association carries both advantages and obligations. Many individuals find a reassuring sense of structure and harmony in residing within a neighborhood overseen by a Homeowners Association (HOA). However, this structured way of life typically entails a collection of guidelines and regulations known as the HOA bylaws. -
8 Tips for a Better Association Budget Process
Drafting a budget can seem like a daunting task. This guide will share tips to help you understand and manage your condo or HOA budget process. -
8 Tips for a Better Association Budget Process
Drafting a budget can seem like a daunting task. This guide will share tips to help you understand and manage your condo or HOA budget process. -
A Complete Guide to Property Management Agreements
Dive into our comprehensive guide on how to create a strong property management agreement. Discover essential clauses and tips. Get started today! -
Are You Eligible for New York City’s 2024-2025 Cooperative and Condominium Tax Abatement Program?
Our experts answered the most frequently asked questions to help owners and shareholders navigate requirements for the 2024-2025 tax abatement cycle. -
Understanding board challenges: Q&A with CEO David Diestel
We asked our CEO David Diestel about the distinct needs of condominium and cooperative boards and industry trends that impact building operations. -
$10K savings in monthly electricity costs through Community Distributed Generation (CDG) programs
FirstService Residential is expected to deliver up to $10K in monthly electricity cost savings to buildings subscribed to a local Community Distributed Generation Program. -
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. -
The Corporate Transparency Act: 6 things boards members need to know
Although there are mixed opinions about whether the CTA applies to condo and HOAs, FirstService Residential is proactively assisting board members serving condo and HOAs in understanding and navigating this act. -
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. -
The Corporate Transparency Act: 6 things board members need to know
Although there are mixed opinions about whether the CTA applies to condo and HOAs, FirstService Residential is proactively assisting board members serving condo and HOAs in understanding and navigating this act. -
The Corporate Transparency Act: 6 things board members need to know
Although there are mixed opinions about whether the CTA applies to condo and HOAs, FirstService Residential is proactively assisting board members serving condo and HOAs in understanding and navigating this act. -
The Corporate Transparency Act: 6 things board members need to know
Although there are mixed opinions about whether the CTA applies to condo and HOAs, FirstService Residential is proactively assisting board members serving condo and HOAs in understanding and navigating this act. -
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. -
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.