Who is Responsible for Balcony Maintenance?

Living in a condo can become a little confusing regarding upkeep. While most condominium boards are responsible for common elements and grounds, who is responsible for balcony repairs in a condo? While a balcony can be considered a common element because it is an exterior space, it is also known as an exclusive-use element. Identifying […]

Preparing for Electric Vehicles

Preparing for electric vehicles is currently on the minds of many Canadian property owners whether they are commercial, residential, or developing new properties. Municipal governments, vehicle manufacturers, and companies of all sizes and from all industries are embracing all-electric fleets within the next decade. Some individuals find this exciting, while others feel their paths are […]

5 Tips on How to Pick a Property Manager

Property managers are professionals who can take over the day to day responsibilities of a landlord or board of directors. Some of these responsibilities include basic accounting and reports, rent or fee collection, property inspections, applicant screening, and general resident communications. When it comes to hiring such an individual, however, it may at first seem […]

Condo Insurance Coverage Explained

What is Condo Insurance? Condo insurance is a type of home insurance undertaken by the condo corporation to protect a condo property. It provides coverage for the shared assets of a condo corporation (which is made up of all unit owners) in the event of loss or damage to the property. It is one of […]

How do condo management companies work?

A Condo Management Company Will Improve Services, Reduce Cost & Eliminate Stress Condominium associations often turn to a property management company because boards lack the bandwidth to handle the overwhelming day-to-day details of running a residential community. That’s largely because people move into condos believing the upkeep, bill-paying, and oversight would be off their plate […]