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When hiring contractors for services within your community, a solid understanding of the vendor contracts is crucial for the success of a project. Depending on the type of project or service you are hiring for, your association may or may not require a bidding process. Soliciting bids is done in an effort to identify the provider that can best complete the work according to the association’s needs and within the given budget.

While there is no one perfect process, since every community is different, we do have 8 universal secrets to help streamline your community’s budget process.

Association board meetings are the foundation for effective governance of the community. These gatherings serve as the platform where board members, homeowners, and the management team come together to address a range of critical issues, foster community engagement, and ensure the smooth operation of the association.

Dive into our comprehensive guide on how to create a strong property management agreement. Discover essential clauses and tips. Get started today!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

New York City hopes to spur construction of multifamily housing with new 485x tax exemptions.

New lead paint inspection laws will change how New York City's multifamily buildings must perform testing and maintenance.

The contentious legislation restricts rent increases, limits evictions, and mandates certain lease renewals in NYC.

An FAQ from our in-house experts to help owners and shareholders navigate filing requirements.

Our in-house experts answer frequently asked questions about Local Law 157, natural gas detectors, compliance, and how to avoid fines.

In this piece, you can explore and better understand foreclosures, evictions, and all vital information on each process when they occur in an HOA community.

How does the injunction halting the Corpoate Transparency Act effect New York condomniums and cooperatives? Read our compliance update for board members.

Our experts answered the most common questions we receive regarding security footage, access protocols, and balancing resident requests with legal obligations.

Our expert guide to creating enforceable pet policies, complying with NYC pet laws, and accommodating emotional support animals.

We help New York City boards, condo owners, and co-op shareholders save millions through property tax reductions and successful assessment protests.

What is the Fair Chance for Housing Act? What are the requirements for NYC condominium and cooperative boards to comply? Hear from our experts.

What is required for NYC condos, co-ops, and rental buildings to comply with Local Law 97? Read updates from FirstService Energy and the Department of Buildings (DOB).

From our in-house Compliance Department, here are the most critical compliance deadlines for New York City boards and building owners.

Can residents smoke marijuana in their apartments? In this guide, learn what condo and co-op boards and residents should know about cannabis laws in New York.

Squatters’ rights in New York continue to evolve alongside the city’s complex housing laws. For condo boards, this means staying informed. Learn more in our guide.