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Apparently, the concept of “no pets” has gone away with the proliferation of service or support animals, but can we rest...
10/10/2025

Apparently, the concept of “no pets” has gone away with the proliferation of service or support animals, but can we restrict where the animals are allowed to go? It seems there’s nothing in our bylaws about this, because the initial plan for the property was that pets would not be allowed. —Watching My Step⁠
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Q&A Link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/qa-when-a-pet-is-not-a-pet

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The stability and value of a shared interest community hinges on a lot of things; financial solvency, good governance, a...
10/01/2025

The stability and value of a shared interest community hinges on a lot of things; financial solvency, good governance, and proactive physical maintenance, to name a few. But another key component, and one that may be less obvious to the eye, is social cohesion and mutual respect among residents, administrators, and staff. Unresolved conflict and the acrimonious environment it produces are anathema to the peace and sense of community residents of condominiums, co-ops, and HOAs seek. ⁠

Article Link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/conflict-resolution
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It’s a constant refrain in multifamily governance and management: open, transparent communication between boards, manage...
09/24/2025

It’s a constant refrain in multifamily governance and management: open, transparent communication between boards, managers, and residents is vital to running a building or HOA effectively and equitably. Unresponsive, disconnected leadership makes for apathetic, even resentful residents—and that leads to all kinds of problems, from rule-breaking all the way to litigation. ⁠
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Article link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/transparency-discretion

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Q. A majority of unit owners want our entire corrupt condo board replaced, and five of us are prepared to run and serve ...
09/19/2025

Q. A majority of unit owners want our entire corrupt condo board replaced, and five of us are prepared to run and serve on the new board. Problem: The current board refuses to schedule an election, which our management company is responsible for administering. Is there any procedure available by which a majority of unit owners can bypass the board and request that our management company post a first notice and conduct an election? ⁠
—Fed Up but Stymied⁠

Q&A Link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/qa-time-for-a-mutiny
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Security cameras have been around in one form or another for a long time. Those available today are more efficient and o...
09/17/2025

Security cameras have been around in one form or another for a long time. Those available today are more efficient and of better quality than at any time in the past. Unquestionably, they provide a level of surveillance and security that is both comforting and useful. But security systems of any kind are only as good as the people using them, and only helpful if people trust them in the first place. ⁠

Article Link - https://chicago.cooperatornews.com/article/surveillance-security
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Pets have always been a source of comfort and emotional support for their humans, and since the pandemic created more op...
09/04/2025

Pets have always been a source of comfort and emotional support for their humans, and since the pandemic created more opportunities for us to remain at home, pets have become even more constant companions for many. Given that integrating animals into multifamily living spaces has become the rule rather than the exception, it’s important for boards, residents, and managers to strike the proper balance between neighborly consideration and responsible pet ownership. ⁠

Article Link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/pet-friendly-policies
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Across the board, brokers and managers agree that when a prospective buyer finds the right space, it just clicks. A comb...
08/25/2025

Across the board, brokers and managers agree that when a prospective buyer finds the right space, it just clicks. A combination of exterior curb appeal, well-kept common areas, and smart staging of the unit itself can make that ‘click’ happen from the moment a home-hunter sees the building, and help maximize the final sales price of the property. ⁠

Article Link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/curb-appeal-staging
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The post-pandemic world has also reshaped how we approach design, placing a renewed emphasis on comfort, adaptability, a...
08/20/2025

The post-pandemic world has also reshaped how we approach design, placing a renewed emphasis on comfort, adaptability, and emotional well-being. More than ever, people crave spaces that feel safe, uplifting, and rich in character. So, which colors, materials, and styles are defining multifamily common spaces? And how can boards make the best choices to ensure their community is both stylish and inviting?⁠

Article Link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/common-area-design
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Q. If a board chooses not to conduct a criminal background check on either a prospective employee or purchaser, could th...
08/15/2025

Q. If a board chooses not to conduct a criminal background check on either a prospective employee or purchaser, could the board and/or board members be liable if that person commits a crime or other misdeed against the property or residents and it comes out that they had a history of such behavior? ⁠
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Q&A link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/qa-to-vet-or-not-to-vet

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Q. Summer’s here and our association pool is becoming a problem. Residents are bringing their entire families, including...
08/08/2025

Q. Summer’s here and our association pool is becoming a problem. Residents are bringing their entire families, including undisciplined children and grandchildren over for “pool parties” and it’s hard for us to enjoy this amenity that we are paying for. Our board seems to think we just have to accept this. Is there any way for us to impose rules regarding who can use the pool, or when it is open (or not) to children? —Throwing in the Towel⁠

Q&A link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/qa-summertime-blues
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While they all collect fees from residents, it’s important to remember that condos, co-ops, and HOAs are nonprofit entit...
07/30/2025

While they all collect fees from residents, it’s important to remember that condos, co-ops, and HOAs are nonprofit entities; those fees go right back into maintaining, repairing, and generally running the building those residents call home. That’s why maintaining consistent cash inflow is critical, and why boards’ fiduciary duty obligates them to pursue payment from residents in arrears.⁠

Article Link - https://newenglandcondo.com/article/collecting-arrears
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