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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. -
Roberts Rules of Order simplified for HOA meetings
If you're an active Homeowner Association (HOA) board member interested in optimizing their meetings to increase efficiency, Robert's Rules of Order might be the answer for you. -
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. -
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. -
What is a deed-restricted community?
In this piece, we’ll review crucial information that can help you better understand what deed-restricted communities are, how to identify them, and many more technical insights. -
Can an HOA evict you? Understanding HOA foreclosure
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. -
Summer of Service in Full Swing at FirstService Residential
This summer, FirstService associates came together as One Team to make a positive impact and strengthen our community bonds. -
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. -
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. -
What does a property management company do?
In this article, we’ll explore the role of property management companies in communities and answering commonly asked questions by other residents, just like you. -
Five budget trends in high-rise management
In this article, we'll explore the topic of high-rise living and the trends and challenges that come along with high-rise management and the budgeting process in high rises. -
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. -
Ensure financial health for your community with a great HOA treasurer
A great board treasurer has skills and characteristics to tackle the responsibilities of planning and strategizing the financial livelihood of a community. The right treasurer can make a big difference! -
Board of directors management: 6 tips for alignment
Discover the secrets to a thriving community. Learn how one board overcame challenges and achieved success through alignment and collaboration. -
What is a high-rise?
In this article, we will cover what encompasses a high-rise building, including amenity trends, costs, and budgeting for board members. Learn more today! -
What repairs are HOAs responsible for?
In this article, we’ll go over what HOA maintenance is, what it includes, damage-specific frequently asked questions, and which fixings are within the scope of their responsibilities. -
Ask the Experts: Fair Chance for Housing Act Compliance for NYC Condos and Co-ops
What is the Fair Chance for Housing Act? What are the requirements for NYC condominium and cooperative boards to comply? Hear from our experts.