New England Condominium, The Condo, HOA & Co-op Monthly

Management

Absent Owners

Managing Communities When Nobody’s Home

Once upon a time, you usually greeted your neighbor in the hallway of your building as you were coming or going. But you…

Management

2019 May

Keys, Key Fobs, and Door Codes

Controlling Access to Your Building

2019 May

Co-ops, Condos & Kids

Managing Conflict Between Families and Child-Free Residents

2019 May

Considering a Change in Management?

How to Know When It’s Time

2019 January

Welcome Aboard

Acclimating New Association Staff Members

Finance

Maintenance Charge Increases

When, Why, and How to Raise Monthly Fees

There are few things upon which most people agree, but a general dislike for paying more today for something that cost l…

Finance

2019 July

Manager, or Landlord?

Understanding the Scope of Management Responsibilities

2018 July

The ABC’s of Appraisal

How the Process Works in Condos and Co-ops

2018 July

When Associations Borrow

What to Know Before Taking Out a Loan

2018 July

Business Corporation Law Versus Conflicts of Interest

How Both Impact Boards

On The Board

Board Transition

Switching Smoothly From Old Board to New

Community associations are microcosms of democracy, run by an elected board of volunteers trusted to make good decisions…

2019 September

Removing a Condominium Owner

A Complex Legal Process

2019 July

Entitlement to Information

What Can Residents Access?

2019 July

Conducting Better Meetings

Best Practices for Saving Time and Getting Things Done

2019 February

Managing Board Conflict

How to Maintain Harmony

Who You Gonna Call?

Response to Calls is an Essential Part of the Manager’s Job

Olivia Pope, the main character on ABC’s Scandal, is a professional fixer. If you have a problem—any problem—she can fi…

2014 January

Managing Amenities

Coping With Changing Trends

2014 January

Changing Managers or Firms?

Don’t Overlook the Details!

Successful Management Strategies

How Do You Manage?

Keeping Track of Paperwork

Properly Managing Association Records

While keeping the records of the association is not the most fascinating part of serving on a board of trustees, it is …

2014 February

Board Owner Do’s and Don’ts

What Makes a Board Successful

2014 February

The Transition

Switching from Sponsor to Owner Control

2013 February

Building a Better Board

Common Traits of Successful Boards

2013 February

Better, Stronger, Faster...

What We All Need to Know About Electronic Communication

Maintenance

Video Intercom Systems

Choosing the Right One for Your Building

Security is always a primary concern for homeowners. In a multifamily building without a doorman, the first line of defe…

2019 May

Soundproofing

Multifamily Silence Technology

2019 March

Facade Repair and Restoration

How to Know When It’s Time

2019 March

Exterior Cleaning

Cleanliness and Curb Appeal

2019 March

Maintaining Exterior Spaces

Safety, Longevity, and Aesthetics

Building Demolition

Managing Chaos, Minimizing Disruption

Cities are crowded. That’s a simple fact. In the best of circumstances, there’s noise, dirt, dust, and the usual urban p…

2018 March

Exterior Signage

Monetizing Your Outside Space

2018 March

Sidewalk Repair

Care Now Saves Cash Later

2018 March

Planning Ahead

Staying on Top of Building Maintenance

2017 March

Exterior Inspections

How’s Your Facade?

Plumbing the Depths

Pipes, Drains, and Your Building’s Water Supply

Though mostly unseen, a building’s plumbing and piping network is one of its most important systems—as anyone who has e…

2014 November

The Heat is On

Taking the Steam out of Boiler Problems

2014 November

Your Building’s Anatomy

Systems that Keep Your Condo Building Running

2013 November

Do It Yourself

Can You Save Money with In-House Labor – And Is It Worth It?

2013 November

Now is The Time

Check Today’s Financing Options for Projects

Insurance

Why Managers Quit

When the Board-Manager Relationship Goes Sour

Board Transition

Switching Smoothly From Old Board to New

The Chain of Communication

Establishing Connections – and Boundaries – Between Board and Residents

The Upsides of Board Service

Benefits, Rewards, and a Job Well Done

Responsibility for Repairs

Whose Insurance Pays?

Design

Repurposing Unused Space

Making Amenities Out of Nothing

The Latest in Green Design

Wellness, Sustainability and the Future of Residential Development

Alteration Agreements

The Prerequisite to Any Project

Design by Committee

Using Design Committees for Common Area Projects

Residential Architecture Trends

What’s Hot in High-Rises?

Organizations

Group Financing

Smart Planning, Smart Spending

The New England Nursery Association

Leading the Northeast's Growing Industry

Keeping it Cool

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers

Concentrating on Community Association Law

A Look at the College of Community Association Lawyers

The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals

Training, Education and Professionalism for Pool Adminstrators

Events

Tue, Sep 17, 9:00am – 12:00pm

IREM Boston: Boot Camp For Property Managers Seminar

Tue, Sep 17, 9:00am – 12:00pm add to calendar 17-09-2019 09:00 17-09-2019 12:00 America/New_York IREM Boston: Boot Camp For Property Managers Seminar Proper training is the key to success on the property management battlefield. The rules of engagement are ever changing and we need to be prepared. This NEW advanced course is intended to deal with advanced issues in property management and provide you with the knowledge and tools to effectively address them. Whether you are a new manager, assistant manager, or veteran property manager who desires to increase your knowledge of the state laws effecting residential landlords, this course is a must. For information, www.iremboston.org. The Mooring at Squantum Gardens, 420 E Squantum St., Community Room, 1st Floor, North Quincy, MA MM/DD/YYYY

IREM Boston: Boot Camp For Property Managers Seminar

Proper training is the key to success on the property management battlefield. The rules of engagement are ever changing and we need to be prepared. This NEW advanced course is intended to deal with advanced issues in property management and provide you with the knowledge and tools to effectively address them. Whether you are a new manager, assistant manager, or veteran property manager who desires to increase your knowledge of the state laws effecting residential landlords, this course is a must. For information, www.iremboston.org.

The Mooring at Squantum Gardens, 420 E Squantum St., Community Room, 1st Floor, North Quincy, MA map

Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am – 12:00pm

CAI-NEC: Mangers' Committee Meeting

Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am – 12:00pm add to calendar 19-09-2019 10:00 19-09-2019 12:00 America/New_York CAI-NEC: Mangers' Committee Meeting FREE and open only to CAI Member Managers. For information, visit www.caine.org. Hampton Inn Boston/Natick, 319 Speen St, Natick, MA 01760, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-NEC: Mangers' Committee Meeting

FREE and open only to CAI Member Managers. For information, visit www.caine.org.

Hampton Inn Boston/Natick, 319 Speen St, Natick, MA 01760, USA map

Sat, Sep 21, 8:00am – 2:30pm

CAI-NE: Maine Condo Forum and Expo

Sat, Sep 21, 8:00am – 2:30pm add to calendar 21-09-2019 08:00 21-09-2019 14:30 America/New_York CAI-NE: Maine Condo Forum and Expo A program for condominium homeowners, board members and professional managers. REGISTRATION FEE BY SEPTEMBER 14, 2019: CAI Members $35, Non-Members $60. AFTER SEPTEMBER 14, 2019: CAI Members $60 Non-Members $75. For information, visit www.caine.org. Fireside Inn & Suites Portland, 81 Riverside St, Portland, ME 04103, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-NE: Maine Condo Forum and Expo

A program for condominium homeowners, board members and professional managers. REGISTRATION FEE BY SEPTEMBER 14, 2019: CAI Members $35, Non-Members $60. AFTER SEPTEMBER 14, 2019: CAI Members $60 Non-Members $75. For information, visit www.caine.org.

Fireside Inn & Suites Portland, 81 Riverside St, Portland, ME 04103, USA map

Wed, Sep 25, 7:30am – 4:30pm

Bisnow Multifamily Conference New England

Wed, Sep 25, 7:30am – 4:30pm add to calendar 25-09-2019 07:30 25-09-2019 16:30 America/New_York Bisnow Multifamily Conference New England The multifamily market is constantly changing to keep up with shifting demographics and preferences of tomorrow's residents. How do we develop assets that stay relevant, attractive, and sustainable over time? We'll take a closer look and hear from the best about long-term solutions to remain resilient. For information, visit www.bisnow.com. Location TBA MM/DD/YYYY

Bisnow Multifamily Conference New England

The multifamily market is constantly changing to keep up with shifting demographics and preferences of tomorrow's residents. How do we develop assets that stay relevant, attractive, and sustainable over time? We'll take a closer look and hear from the best about long-term solutions to remain resilient. For information, visit www.bisnow.com.

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Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm – 8:30pm

CAI-NE: Fall Fun With a Twist

Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm – 8:30pm add to calendar 26-09-2019 15:00 26-09-2019 20:30 America/New_York CAI-NE: Fall Fun With a Twist Education 3:00 - 5:00 / Party 5:30 - 8:30 pm. Phenomenal hot hors d’oeuvres, cheese & vegetable crudités, carving station & pasta station. Dessert, coffee & tea too! For information, contact Ellen Felix, ellen@caict.org, 860-633-5692. The Wagon Room at the Aqua Turf, 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville, CT MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-NE: Fall Fun With a Twist

Education 3:00 - 5:00 / Party 5:30 - 8:30 pm. Phenomenal hot hors d’oeuvres, cheese & vegetable crudités, carving station & pasta station. Dessert, coffee & tea too! For information, contact Ellen Felix, ellen@caict.org, 860-633-5692.

The Wagon Room at the Aqua Turf, 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville, CT map

Sat, Sep 28, 8:00am – 12:00pm

CAI-NE: Roundtable Discussions for Board Members and Managers

Sat, Sep 28, 8:00am – 12:00pm add to calendar 28-09-2019 08:00 28-09-2019 12:00 America/New_York CAI-NE: Roundtable Discussions for Board Members and Managers The word "condo" can sometimes mean "trouble." Join a team of industry experts ready to assist any condo association dealing with the most problematic issues. Registration Fee includes full buffet breakfast. For information, visit www.caine.org. Radisson Hotel & Suites Chelmsford-Lowell, 10 Independence Dr, Chelmsford, MA 01824, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-NE: Roundtable Discussions for Board Members and Managers

The word "condo" can sometimes mean "trouble." Join a team of industry experts ready to assist any condo association dealing with the most problematic issues. Registration Fee includes full buffet breakfast. For information, visit www.caine.org.

Radisson Hotel & Suites Chelmsford-Lowell, 10 Independence Dr, Chelmsford, MA 01824, USA map

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm – 9:30pm

IREM Boston Chapter Annual Awards Night New Members Installation Networking

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm – 9:30pm add to calendar 16-10-2019 17:00 16-10-2019 21:30 America/New_York IREM Boston Chapter Annual Awards Night New Members Installation Networking Annual Awards Night, Landscape Contest, Dinner and Networking. This years Charity is the Boston Police Foundation / Back up Boston Finest. Tickets: $95.00 Member Price; $125.00 Non Member. For information, visit www.iremboston.org.  Granite Links, 100 Quarry Hill Dr, Quincy, MA 02169, USA MM/DD/YYYY

IREM Boston Chapter Annual Awards Night New Members Installation Networking

Annual Awards Night, Landscape Contest, Dinner and Networking. This years Charity is the Boston Police Foundation / Back up Boston Finest. Tickets: $95.00 Member Price; $125.00 Non Member. For information, visit www.iremboston.org.  ;

Granite Links, 100 Quarry Hill Dr, Quincy, MA 02169, USA map

Thu, Oct 24, 9:00am – 5:00pm

CAI-NE: M-206: Financial Management

Thu, Oct 24, 9:00am – 5:00pm add to calendar 24-10-2019 09:00 25-10-2019 17:00 America/New_York CAI-NE: M-206: Financial Management This course gives you the tools to understand and apply the principles of financial management to your community association. You’ll learn the entire budget process, from identifying line items to reconciling accounts to gaining board approval. You’ll also learn how to analyze and report on association finances. For information, visit www.caionline.org. Hampton by Hilton Boston-Natick, 319 Speen St, Natick, MA 01760, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-NE: M-206: Financial Management

This course gives you the tools to understand and apply the principles of financial management to your community association. You’ll learn the entire budget process, from identifying line items to reconciling accounts to gaining board approval. You’ll also learn how to analyze and report on association finances. For information, visit www.caionline.org.

Hampton by Hilton Boston-Natick, 319 Speen St, Natick, MA 01760, USA map

Sat, Oct 26, 9:00am – 3:00pm

CAI-NE: Annual Condo Conference & Expo

Sat, Oct 26, 9:00am – 3:00pm add to calendar 26-10-2019 09:00 26-10-2019 15:00 America/New_York CAI-NE: Annual Condo Conference & Expo For information, visit www.caine.org. Boston Marriott Burlington, One Burlington Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-NE: Annual Condo Conference & Expo

For information, visit www.caine.org.

Boston Marriott Burlington, One Burlington Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803, USA map

Sat, Oct 26, 12:30pm – 5:30pm

CAI-CT: 7th Annual Legal & Legislative Symposium

Sat, Oct 26, 12:30pm – 5:30pm add to calendar 26-10-2019 12:30 26-10-2019 17:30 America/New_York CAI-CT: 7th Annual Legal & Legislative Symposium For information, contact Ellen Felix, ellen@caict.org, 860-633-5692. Trumbull Marriott Shelton, 180 Hawley Ln, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-CT: 7th Annual Legal & Legislative Symposium

For information, contact Ellen Felix, ellen@caict.org, 860-633-5692.

Trumbull Marriott Shelton, 180 Hawley Ln, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA map

Wed, Oct 30, 1:00pm – 5:00pm

CAI-CT: 7th Annual Legal & Legislative Symposium

Wed, Oct 30, 1:00pm – 5:00pm add to calendar 30-10-2019 13:00 30-10-2019 17:00 America/New_York CAI-CT: 7th Annual Legal & Legislative Symposium For information, visit Ellen Felix, ellen@caict.org, 860-633-5692. Trumbull Marriott Shelton, 180 Hawley Ln, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-CT: 7th Annual Legal & Legislative Symposium

For information, visit Ellen Felix, ellen@caict.org, 860-633-5692.

Trumbull Marriott Shelton, 180 Hawley Ln, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA map

Thu, Nov 7, 8:00am – 12:00pm

CAI-NE: New Hampshire Condo Forum and Expo

Thu, Nov 7, 8:00am – 12:00pm add to calendar 07-11-2019 08:00 07-11-2019 12:00 America/New_York CAI-NE: New Hampshire Condo Forum and Expo A program for condominium homeowners, board members and professional managers. REGISTRATION FEE BY October 31, 2019: CAI Members $35, Non-Members $60; AFTER October 31, 2019:CAI Members $60 Non-Members $75. For information, visit www.caine.org. NE Blvd Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH 03062, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-NE: New Hampshire Condo Forum and Expo

A program for condominium homeowners, board members and professional managers. REGISTRATION FEE BY October 31, 2019: CAI Members $35, Non-Members $60; AFTER October 31, 2019:CAI Members $60 Non-Members $75. For information, visit www.caine.org.

NE Blvd Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH 03062, USA map

Thu, Nov 14, 9:00am – 4:00pm

IREM Boston: Leading a Winning Property Management Team

Thu, Nov 14, 9:00am – 4:00pm add to calendar 14-11-2019 09:00 15-11-2019 16:00 America/New_York IREM Boston: Leading a Winning Property Management Team Course meets program requirements: CPM, ARM, ACoM. Tickets: $699.00 Member Price; $699.00 AMO Companies Membership Price; $699.00 AMO Companies Membership Price; $845.00 Non Member. For information, visit www.iremboston.org. The Simon Companies Office Bld., 639 Granite Street, Lower Level Conference Center, Branitree, MA MM/DD/YYYY

IREM Boston: Leading a Winning Property Management Team

Course meets program requirements: CPM, ARM, ACoM. Tickets: $699.00 Member Price; $699.00 AMO Companies Membership Price; $699.00 AMO Companies Membership Price; $845.00 Non Member. For information, visit www.iremboston.org.

The Simon Companies Office Bld., 639 Granite Street, Lower Level Conference Center, Branitree, MA map

Fri, Nov 15, 9:00am – 9:00am

CAI: M-203: Community Leadership

Fri, Nov 15, 9:00am – 9:00am add to calendar 15-11-2019 09:00 15-11-2019 09:00 America/New_York CAI: M-203: Community Leadership This course shows you how to inspire the cooperation needed from board leaders and volunteers to achieve management goals. You’ll learn proven ways to motivate and guide community leaders and help board and committee members accomplish more at every meeting. Seminar Schedule: 1.5 days | Day 1 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Day 2 Online Content Blended. For information, visit www.caine.org. Hotel Zero Degrees Danbury, 15 Milestone Rd, Danbury, CT 06810, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI: M-203: Community Leadership

This course shows you how to inspire the cooperation needed from board leaders and volunteers to achieve management goals. You’ll learn proven ways to motivate and guide community leaders and help board and committee members accomplish more at every meeting. Seminar Schedule: 1.5 days | Day 1 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Day 2 Online Content Blended. For information, visit www.caine.org.

Hotel Zero Degrees Danbury, 15 Milestone Rd, Danbury, CT 06810, USA map

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News

9/13/2019 Proposed demolitions on Munjoy Hill revive concerns about development - centralmaine.com

Two housing developments proposed for Munjoy Hill require demolishing homes, raising concerns anew about the pace of development in the neighborhood and the replacement of rental apartments with high-end condos.
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9/11/2019 Massachusetts single-family, condo sales up sharply at the end of summer - Curbed

Despite increases in median prices, sales of both single-family homes and condos in Massachusetts jumped sharply in August compared with the same month in 2018, according to the Massachusetts Association of Realtors, which tracked closed deals.
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9/9/2019 Million-dollar sales boost Seacoast home market - Seacoastonline.com

PORTSMOUTH -- Sparked by a modern monthly record 12 sales of $1 million or more, August single-family home sales in the 13 sample Seacoast towns improved by 8.4% more than July. The statistics were just released by the Seacoast Board of Realtors.
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9/5/2019 So You Want to Live in West Roxbury - Boston Magazine

West Roxbury checks all the boxes of a Boston suburb: streets lined with post-war ranch houses, an upscale grocery store, and even an Italian steakhouse.
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9/4/2019 A Homeowner's Guide to HOAs: Homeowners Associations, Explained - Realtor

Many homes across the United States are part of an HOA, or homeowners association. So what does that mean?
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9/4/2019 Westport, Conn.: A Historic Town With a Global Mind-Set - NY Times

For Mike and Daniela Forde, building a home in Westport, Conn., was a major decision
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9/3/2019 7 Boston-area neighborhoods everyone should be watching - Curbed

Development is driving a lot of change in the Boston region—in some areas more than others. As the calendar clicks over to fall, these are the seven neighborhoods everyone should be watching in terms of that change.
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9/3/2019 New apartments, condos emerge across Greenwich - Greenwich Time

GREENWICH — Greenwich’s main districts are attracting new recruits — and businesses are not the only additions.
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9/2/2019 High-end Eastie condo behind door No. 1 - Boston Herald

There are condos, spiffy renovated condos and spiffy renovated condos with 18-foot ceilings that make you go “whoa.”
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9/2/2019 Peabody condo project pulled - The Salem (MA) News

PEABODY — Amid opposition from the Emerson Park neighborhood, Hemisphere Development Group LLC has pulled the plug on its plan to redevelop the dilapidated former J.B. Thomas Hospital into 110 senior condominiums.
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8/30/2019 Aspinwall Road condo project in Codman Sq. wins city okay - Dorchester Reporter

The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) last week approved the development of a 34-unit, home-ownership condominium project at 3 Aspinwall Road in Codman Square.
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8/30/2019 Residents Protest Plan to Have Archers Kill 20 Deer on NH's New Castle Island - nbcboston.com

Some New Hampshire residents are protesting a plan to recruit archers to kill as many as 20 deer on New Castle Island.
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8/29/2019 Reports: In Mass., home prices are up. Sales are down. The future looks expensive. - Boston.com

Condo sales were down statewide, particularly in Greater Boston, according to reports real estate analysts released Wednesday.
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8/28/2019 Man charged in setting fire at CT condo complex - Middletown Press

Police have charged a resident of a condo complex that went up flames Tuesday morning with arson, according to WFSB.
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8/28/2019 Massachusetts condo, single-family prices drop, report says - Curbed

The median prices for condos and single-families in Massachusetts were both down in July compared with June, off-setting records set during the earlier month, according to new figures from the Massachusetts Association of Realtors.
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8/27/2019 Officials investigate West Hartford condo fire - Hartford Courant

Investigators are trying to find out what sparked a fire at a West Hartford condominium complex early Tuesday.
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8/27/2019 Meeting to take another look at King Street condo project - The Salem News

A neighborhood meeting on plans to transform the former J.B. Thomas Hospital into a three-building, 110-unit senior condominium development is being billed as a way to keep residents informed and spark discussion, said the councilor who proposed the gathering.
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8/26/2019 Opinion: State should help fund new water mandate - Concord (N.H.) Monitor

Last month, New Hampshire adopted some of the country’s toughest drinking water standards for a class of chemicals collectively known as PFAS.
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8/26/2019 What you should know before you buy a condo - Boston.com

Buying a condo in the city makes sense for a lot of people, but lawyers who specialize in condominium law say buyers who don’t do their due diligence could end up buying themselves a whole lot of trouble.
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8/26/2019 The South End’s Smith tops off ahead of a scheduled spring 2020 opening - Curbed

The development team behind the Smith at 89 East Dedham Street in the South End topped off the first of the complex’s three buildings recently.
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