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For board members, special assessments are typically unwelcome necessities. They are primarily needed when the association’s reserves are not sufficient to pay for large capital projects such as replacing roofs or mechanical equipment.

For board members, special assessments are typically unwelcome necessities. They are primarily needed because reserves have been underfunded and must be supplemented to pay for large capital projects such as replacing roofs or mechanical equipment.

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.

Homeownership comes with a myriad of benefits, but it also brings a set of responsibilities, particularly when you are part of a Homeowners Association (HOA). The board of directors for the association maintains the integrity and value of a community by establishing HOA regulations that protect resident’s investment as a homeowner.

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.

Has your community association been affected by labor shortages? Learn more about supply chain issues and how to address them in your community.

Has your community association been affected by labor shortages? Learn more about supply chain issues and how to address them in your community.

Has your community association been affected by labor shortages? Learn more about supply chain issues and how to address them in your community.

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.

Life in a high-rise property has its rewards. With great amenities, good security, and even concierge services, there are many advantages that are specific to just this kind of lifestyle. Similarly, there are specific requirements when it comes to insuring it, too. High-rises often have multiple residences, each with their own policies, plus shared common spaces, which also require coverage. Here are a few areas to help you determine if you and your high-rise community is adequately covered.

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.

Transitioning to new management? See these 8 steps to ensure a seamless switch and take the stress out of change.

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.

Wages are playing a big role in the labor shortage challenge. Learn what your community association can do.

Wages are playing a big role in the labor shortage challenge. Learn what your community association can do.

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 and establishing policy; these must be clear and sensible. The process for creating and enforcing rules successfully is the same.

How can you ensure that your association’s parking rules are fair and easy to understand and follow? Here are 6 essential questions to ask before you create or enforce parking policies.

It's the typical budgeting dilemma for community association boards: How do you keep assessment fees manageable and still maintain the community's operations?

It's the typical budgeting dilemma for community association boards: How do you keep assessment fees manageable and still maintain the community's operations?