Posts by Shelly Criswell
10 Ways Your Condo Board Can Beat the Odds and Get Enough Insurance
The condominium corporation insurance market is experiencing a watershed moment as more insurers remove condo insurance from their offering. Those that still offer condo corporation insurance are either increasing their premiums and deductibles or making it impossible to obtain insurance altogether. Here we share 10 ways your board can beat the odds and get enough…
Read MoreFinding the Best Property Management Company for Your Condo Corporation from Day 1
Managing a new-build condo is a significant responsibility. However, hiring a licensed condo property management company ensures your team succeeds from day one. Here’s our tips to help find the best property management company for your condo corporation. Make Sure a Condo Board is Involved The condo developer creates and controls the first board of…
Read More5 Telltale Signs Your Condo Isn’t Managed Properly
Proper condo management ensures both the physical and financial health of the condo corporation is protected. Here we share five telltale signs your condo isn’t managed properly. 1. They Fail to Respond to Emergency Maintenance Issues What often separates good condo management from bad is their ability to respond to emergency maintenance needs. This would…
Read More7 Innovative Ways Your Condo Board Can Greatly Improve the Safety of Your Condo
Crime in condo towers tends to occur in common areas, including garages, elevators, hallways, and stairwells. These areas are visually isolated, making them more vulnerable. Here we look at seven ways your condo board can greatly improve condo safety. 1. Install Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) CCTV is the best way to monitor visually isolated areas…
Read MoreWhat’s a Condo Communication Strategy, and Should You Have One?
A condo communication strategy creates trust between the board, residents, and property management. It ensures transparency for all condo board decisions while creating a two-way, ongoing communication stream. Here’s why your condo community needs a condo communication strategy. What is a Condo Communication Strategy? A condo communication strategy sets goals and objectives for board communication.…
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