Management
When residents break condo rules
Residents can go to elaborate steps to break condo rules. But boards have a responsibility to effectively enforce rules and bring tenants on board.
Grappling with mental health in condos
Mental health in condos must be navigated thoughtfully. Corporations have a duty to uphold rules, but above that, to accommodate individuals.
The line between a condo and a rental building
In his book, The Condo Bible, Dan Barnabic explains the problems associated with having too many rental units in condo buildings.
Eliminating odour problems in condos
New strategies and innovative technologies have made eliminating odour problems in condos easier than ever.
Tips on revitalizing condo landscapes
Using long-term planning and designing condo landscapes that emphasize user enjoyment can lead to increased property values.
Planning to ensure reserve funds are adequate
Condo boards must plan ahead and undertake studies to ensure than reserve funds are adequate for future major capital repairs and replacements.
Snow removal tips for rooftop parking
When working on winter maintenance and snow removal, managers and workers can take effective steps to prevent undue property damage.
Defusing condominium disputes
While conflicts between tenants is expected in multi-res buildings, property managers must deal with condominium disputes before they escalate.
U.S. Realtors want FHA condo rules relaxed
A majority of U.S. condos are being denied FHA-approval due to what the industry has deemed unnecessarily strict requirements.
Five tips for struggling condo corporations
Five tips for newly-elected directors trying to put a struggling condominium back on track.
When condo corporations borrow money
When the directors of a condominium corporation determine that it’s in their best interest to borrow money, the loan transaction is somewhat unique.
Residential unit inspection 101
Targeted in-suite inspections of residential units can support building safety and cost-effective operation.
Continuous rise of reserve fund contributions
There are many reasons why contribution levels must increase, including unexpected issues, rising costs ...
Countering the effects of winter on floors
Here are six questions building managers should ask themselves during the lead up to winter in order to counteract the ...
Fire safety planning
For building managers, a thorough and up-to-date fire safety plan is vital for both the safety of occupants and the preservation of the premises.
Choosing condo board members
It's important that unit owners pick the right people to serve on the condo board, especially since the corporation's multi-million dollar budget is in the hands of volunteers.
Landlords beware of rental property risks
Alberta's Condominium Property Act has some provisions that address tenancies in condominium units, which will prevail in ...


