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Reserve fund requirements for Canadian condominiums and stratas

Condo Control

Not only is it easy to get to, but condominium units were plentiful and very affordable. While there are some exceptions to reserve fund requirements, most condominiums are required to have studies completed by a professional at least once every 5 years. Florida has historically been considered an ideal state to purchase a winter home.

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5 ways for high rise condominiums to save money in 2025

Condo Control

Densely populated high rise condominiums have always been budget conscious. In order to avoid angering residents by issuing hefty special assessments or maintenance fee increases, boards and managers are doing what they can to offset the high cost of maintaining a condo. But this year is different. million for a 300-unit building.

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How to increase the annual budget while making your condominium more bike friendly

Condo Control

Would you consider your condominium to be bike friendly? of bike amenity space into their new condominium. Fewer complaints If a bike is stolen from a rack located behind a condo building, management is going to hear about it. With fewer complaints to process, management has more time to focus on other tasks.

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Finding the Perfect Multifamily Property

American Apartment Owners Association

Multifamily refers to properties, such as apartment complexes, condominiums, townhouses, semi-detached units and duplexes, all of which offer multiple spaces for rent. Operating costs can consist of property taxes, real estate agent fees, utilities, maintenance, property management fees, homeowners insurance and legal fees.

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New 2025 condo and HOA laws for U.S. states

Condo Control

Amendments were made in 2024, requiring condominiums with 25 or more units to have a website. HB 1203 makes it clear that HOAs need a website, just like condominium communities. Mandatory reserve fund requirements This news should not come as a surprise to any Florida condominium community. Recent U.S.

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Florida HOA Laws 2024: Updates And Changes

HOA Managememt

Board members and community managers alike have a duty to ensure legal compliance. These bills affect both homeowners associations and condominium associations. They must also complete a state-approved condominium education course. HB 1021 For Condominium Associations Governor DeSantis signed HB 1021 into law on June 14, 2024.

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California’s New Real Estate Laws for 2025: What Investors Need to Know

Beach Front Property Management

Lower security deposit limits create a more accessible rental market, encouraging resident stability while requiring property owners to manage financial risks effectively. SB 326 (HOA Exemptions & Separate Condo Rules) Condominiums managed by HOAs follow a different inspection process but must comply with SB 326.