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5 Elements of Design Every Condo Board Needs to Add To Their Common Area Makeover
When planning a common area makeover in your condo, condo boards should focus not on interior design details, but instead on creating livable spaces residents appreciate. Here we share five elements of design every board should include in their makeover plans to increase value and useable space. 1. Livable Spaces Livable spaces are designed with…
Read MoreCondo Crime: Why Condo Boards Need to Keep Their Eyes on Local Crime
Although condo crime – as in apartment break-ins – is 60% less common than townhouse complexes, condo common areas are easy targets. Thieves can access vehicles, lockers, bikes, and more all under one roof. Therefore, board members should keep their eyes on local crime to understand how to keep the building secure. What Types of…
Read MoreThe 3 Most Valuable Contributors To Successful Water Conservation In Your Condo
Creating a water conservation plan can help reduce costs. However, it takes a village to contribute to effective water conservation. Here we look at the three most valuable contributors to water conservation to help you develop an effective plan. 1. Your Condo Board As the saying goes, the buck stops here when it comes to…
Read MoreWhat the Mental Health Index Tells Condo Boards About Work-Related Mental Health Issues
The psychological health of your board members and property management team plays an important role in your effectiveness. According to the January 2022 Mental Health Index (MHI), Canadian mental health is at its most distressed level since October 2020. Here we look at what the MHI is telling your condo board about work-related mental health…
Read MoreHow Embracing 15-minute City Principles Helps Create a Sustainable, Happier, Healthier Condo Community
The 15-minute city is an organizing principle for urban development. City neighbourhoods become self-sustaining using the principles. As a result, locals work, shop, learn and play within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from home. In fact, Ottawa approved a 25-year urban intensification plan in December 2019. The plan is designed to turn the city…
Read MorePoor Etiquette in Condo Boards: How this could be your Downfall
Today’s diverse communities require hypersensitivity for proper etiquette. In fact, a lack of etiquette or poor etiquette in condo boards could mean the downfall of your board. Here we discuss the role of etiquette in condo governance and how proper communication helps avoid poor etiquette. Proper Board Etiquette Focuses on Governance & Diplomacy Many people…
Read MoreWeather-Related Catastrophes: How Condo Boards can Minimize Risk
Weather-related catastrophes have property managers in Ontario on edge. Climate change continues to increase the risk of flooding, wind damage, and more. As a result, your condo board needs to create a strategy to help minimize potential damages and injuries. Here we explain how your condo board can minimize risk before weather-related catastrophe strikes. Catastrophe…
Read MoreHow Condo Boards Can Help Staff Work Smarter and Leaner in 2022
The pandemic forced condo management teams into hybrid or remote work environments. As a result many struggle with makeshift workplaces where staff roles and responsibilities are either unclear or evolving. Condo boards should go into 2022 equipped with the right tools that support staff and meet resident need. Here’s how your condo board can create…
Read MoreCondo Trends: The 5 Hottest Trends for Condo Boards
Condo boards can look to changing condo trends to help maintain efficient, cost-effective industry best practices. Here we look at the five most compelling trends your condo board can embrace right now. 1. Integrated Technology Facilitating improved responsiveness and effective processes for both staff and residents requires integrated technology. Many condos are functioning with a…
Read MoreThe Tough Lessons Condo Boards Learned in 2021
We all learned some tough lessons in 2021, many driven by the pandemic. The end of each year presents an opportunity for you to use those lessons and take them to heart. By reviewing what you’ve learned you can improve your efficiencies and profitability for 2022. Here we look at the toughest lessons learned from…
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