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Want to keep your HOA or high-rise in tip-top shape for current and future residents? Learn how to plan and pay for maintenance and capital improvements.

What sets your association apart from other HOAs? Discover what types of support and training can help your manager (and association) excel.

What are your HOA leadership roles and duties? To fully develop and enhance your leadership journey, begin by taking these four essential steps.

As different sectors of New York City’s economy recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, strong signs of life are emerging in multifamily rental property investment.

The rising cost of flood insurance and forthcoming changes to FEMA flood maps is a topic of discussion for condos and co-ops in the New York City area.

Homeowner's associations (HOAs) have many responsibilities that can be difficult to keep up with. One of the main ones is selecting community association insurance. HOA’s should carefully consider the type and extent of coverage they purchase from an insurance provider. The right policy can help protect your investment while minimizing risk.

As of November 2021, the New York City Council has extended Local Law 152 gas pipeline inspection deadlines for boards and building owners through June 30, 2022.

On January 11, state lawmakers will assemble for the annual 60-day legislative session. This session will cover a list of key issues and promises to be an active one for community associations for two particular reasons: the impact of the collapse of Champlain Towers South in Surfside and the skyrocketing cost of property insurance.

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.

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.

Cold weather is upon us, so now is the time for your HOA to make sure your maintenance program is on track. Read this article to learn more.

Becoming a board member is a great way to engage with your neighbors and create positive changes in your community. But sometimes, new volunteers have little to no experience and must learn the community's rules, the board’s responsibilities and the demands of their roles as they go

The multifamily residential sector in New York City made significant strides in 2021 as borough economics continued to recover and transition into a post-pandemic paradigm.

Partnering with a property management company is a big step. Learn what to consider when deciding which one is right for you and your association.

As a property manager, you always have to make sure your preventive maintenance program is on track. Read this article to learn more.

Hiring a property management company is a big step that will have a decisive impact on your community for years to come. Learn what factors to consider.

Partnering with a property management company is a big step. Learn what to consider when deciding which one is right for you and your association.

Learn about the main bills addressed this session that will impact Florida's community associations and those who live and work in them.

New York City boards and owners are experiencing great difficulty renewing general liability and umbrella insurance policies. FirstService Residential can help.

As the supply chain crisis continues to linger with no end in sight, proper storm preparation means considering supply shortages. Read on for 6 things to consider as your board prepares for the upcoming storm season.

The labor shortage is drastically affecting the property management industry, and wages are playing a big role. Learn what you should know to help navigate today’s labor market.

The labor shortage is drastically affecting the property management industry, and wages are playing a big role. Learn what you should know to help navigate today’s labor market.

As a board member you know the importance of making rules. The key to association policy making is that rules be clear, sensible and clearly communicated to residents.

As a board member, you know the importance of making rules and establishing policy; these must be clear and sensible. The process for creating and enforcing rules successfully is the same.