Condo Q&A: What Rules Apply to Preparing Financial Reports?
Also: A new condo treasurer says that they use paper checks for all expenses, even small ones. Is it OK to get an association debit card to minimize paperwork?
Old Is New in Marketing as Newsletters Make a Comeback
They’re back: Individuals are launching subscription-based newsletters to share their expertise and some companies are substituting them for websites or social media.
Searching Online Listings Is a Hobby for Many People
Saturday Night Live did a sketch on about non-homebuyers who habitually checking online listings. What’s their attraction to so-called “Zillow porn”?
What Happens After the Foreclosure Ban Ends on July 31?
Some foreclosures were postponed due the pandemic, but for some homeowners, COVID-19 forced them into foreclosure. In either case, a courthouse backlog is likely starting Aug. 1, though most at-risk homes will be listed for sale before any foreclosure can be finalized.
Buyer Love Letters to Sellers Now Illegal in Oregon
It’s the first statewide ban for letters written by buyers as a tool to coerce sellers into accepting their offer. The problem: It’s easy to violate fair housing laws.
Judge Considers Challenge to New Property Insurance Law
A new law bans roofers from soliciting business, an alleged reason for rising insurance costs. But a roofer claims that it violates constitutional free speech rights.
Condo Owners Now Wondering: “What Does My Insurance Cover?
It’s complicated. A condo dweller could be covered by three separate types of policies. Who pays – and how much – may take time to sort out.
94% of Listings Don’t Include a Virtual Tour
Virtual tours may be less popular with high buyer demand, but it’s still a strong sales tool. Too many “virtual tours,” however, are just photo slide shows.
Officials Across Fla. Rethink Condo Inspection Policies
As Fla. mourns the Surfside disaster, state and local lawmakers are asking, “What can we do to prevent other tragedies?” A lot of talk involves stricter inspection rules.
What Can Condos Do to Help Residents Feel Safe?
Fla.’s condo residents and buyers have new concerns in light of the Surfside disaster. Engineers hired by Surfside recommend 3 tests that can assure stability.