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Pennsylvania squatters' rights: A 2025 guide for your HOA community
Understanding Pennsylvania’s laws on squatters’ rights is critical to effectively handling these situations while protecting the community and its residents. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know. -
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Squatters’ rights in New Jersey: A 2025 guide for your HOA or condo community
It’s crucial for homeowners associations (HOAs), condos, and property managers to address unauthorized occupants swiftly and in compliance with New Jersey law. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know. -
What are condo fees in Calgary?
Condominium corporation fees, also known as condo fees, are monthly payments that condo owners contribute to cover the costs of maintaining and operating shared spaces within a condominium building or complex. -
Illinois squatters' rights: A 2025 guide
In this guide, we’ll break down how Illinois squatters’ rights work, what steps you can take to protect your property, how a property management company can help, and more. -
How to handle strata council bullies
In this article, we will cover how strata councils can identify and handle 'strata council bullies' in order to protect your community and keep strata meetings running smoothly. -
Are condo fees tax deductible? What to know
In this guide, we will cover the basics of Ontario condo fees and discuss if condo fees are tax deductible. -
An in-depth guide to Alberta condo bylaws
In this guide, we will cover the basics of Alberta condo bylaws, from what they are and what they cover to how they are created and how they can be changed. -
Squatters rights in Missouri: What HOAs and condos should know
Unauthorized occupants can be a challenge for property owners, including homeowners associations (HOAs) and condominiums. Discover everything you need to know about squatters' rights in Missouri. -
Minnesota squatters' rights: A 2025 guide
In this guide, we’ll break down how Minnesota squatters’ rights work, what steps you can take to protect your property, and how a Minnesota property management company like FirstService Residential can help you safeguard your investment. -
Avoiding construction pitfalls
Capital improvement projects are inevitable, at some point, something will break down or at the very least need to be updated. When that happens you, as a board member, will want to be prepared to confidently take on your association’s capital improvement project. Learn how to do so here! -
Capital improvement projects 101
Managing capital improvement projects is a common task HOA and condominium association boards face. But what exactly is a capital improvement project? -
Arizona HOA complaints: What you need to know
In this guide, we will cover what Arizona HOA complaints are, common grievances, how they are handled, and more. -
California HOA foreclosure: Everything you need to know
In this guide, we will cover what HOA foreclosure in California is, when it can be done, causes, prevention and more. -
Policy 101: How to make community rules without making enemies
Whether you’re developing new rules for a high-rise, condo, co-op or HOA community, it’s hard to bring every resident on board. Learn how to create effective community rules in our guide today. -
What to do if your HOA refuses to make repairs
HOA repairs typically involve the upkeep and maintenance of shared community spaces, structural elements, and systems that serve multiple units. In this guide, learn what can be done if your HOA refuses to make repairs. -
A guide to NC liens: What you need to know
In this guide, learn what you need to know about NC liens in your HOA or community association, from how they work to when they are used. -
What is an HOA contract? Everything you need to know
An HOA contract is a formal agreement that outlines the scope, terms, and conditions of services or obligations between a homeowners association (HOA) and another party. Learn more in our guide. -
Can an HOA foreclose on a home in Texas? Everything you need to know
Can an HOA foreclose on a home in Texas? This question touches on the interplay between state law, the rights of community associations, and the rights of individual homeowners. Learn more in our guide. -
The ultimate guide to choosing a property management company
In this comprehensive guide, learn 7 key factors to consider when choosing the right property management company for your community or building. -
Responsible stewardship in challenging times: Protecting communities’ funds and futures
Increasing costs for condos and community associations presents a significant challenges for boards tasked with operating their communities and delivering on resident expectations, all while managing escalating expenses. -
Georgia Property Owners Association Act: A 2025 guide
The Georgia Property Owners Association Act (POAA) is a state law adopted in 1994 to strengthen the legal powers of homeowners associations (HOAs). Learn everything you need to know in our guide. -
Securing stability: How condo and HOA procurement services protect your community budget
A key responsibility of board members in residential communities is managing the financial health of their building or association. Learn how FirstService Residential can help with condo and HOA procurement services. -
Alabama estoppels/statements of accounts explained
An Alabama resale certificate, or estoppel letter, outlines financial obligations tied to a specific unit in a homeowners association (HOA) or condo association (COA). Learn everything you need to know in our guide.