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Congratulations on getting elected to the condo board!
Now the fun begins. For first-time directors, there is an overwhelming amount of new information to digest. While it may seem like everything has to …
Condo vs Apartment
We have been asked several times, what is the difference between a condo and an apartment. Here is a quick explanation of the differences. What …
Frustrated Board Members
Way to often we here Board Members say the following: Our Property Manager never returns our calls; Our Property Manager doesn’t respond to our emails; …
Pre-Construction Condos
Buying a pre-construction condo unit can be a very exciting experience. You have a beautiful new home that you have agreed to purchase and move …
Rental Property Nightmare
Having a rental property can be a great form of income for landlords. Most of the time things will run smoothly and you will have …
Spring Walk-About
Condominium Board of Directors have been elected by their peers to ensure that the condominium complex is being properly maintained and managed. It is strongly …
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Which windows and doors are an individual condo owner responsible for?![]()
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Which windows and doors are an individual condo owner responsible for?
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Question: Our condominium corporation recently issued a special assessment to replace all of the doors and windows. When I bought a unit in this building...
In common conversations, sometimes the words 'rules' and 'bylaws' are used interchangeably. However, in the legal world or in the condominium world, there's actually a difference!
Come the summer weather, this is usually the season when people want to start adding decorations their home exteriors, adding flowers, or barbecuing.![]()
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However, it's probably best to consult with your condominium bylaws or board first because depending on your condo corporation, certain aesthetic changes are not allowed. These restrictions may be for the safety of residents, exterior uniformity, or both.![]()
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If planters are allowed, please make sure they are well-watered as summer heat and dry soil can be a hot combustion that turns planters into fire starters. If you are allowed patio furniture, please also ensure that it is fire resistant.
Condo boards cannot limit the number of rental units in building![]()
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Condo boards cannot limit the number of rental units in building
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But condo units used for short-term rental such as Airbnb, well, that's another story