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Management

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Continuing Education for Managers

The Benefits of Going Back to School

There’s no such thing as too much education—and that’s especially true in the realm of multifamily property management. …

Management

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2025 Fall

The Board-Management Relationship

Your Community’s Primary Partnership

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2025 Summer

Pet-Friendly Policies

Dog Day Directives

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2025 Expo

Managing Cannabis

A Newer Kind of Smoke Complaint

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2025 Expo

Families, Kids & Quality of Life

Managing Safety, Enforcing Rules

Finance

Study: Middle-Class NY-NJ Metro Families Pay 3rd Highest Taxes in U.S.

Only SF Bay Area is Higher

With the recent passage of legislation extending key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), the debate over who…

Finance

Debt collection, unpaid fines and tax arrears notices

2025 Expo

The Collections Process

Recovering What’s Owed

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2024 Summer

New Reserve Requirements for NJ Shared Interest Communities

An Interview with Michael S. Simone

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2024 Summer

Financial Literacy for Board Members

Knowing More = Governing Better

Miami Beach Surfside, FL, USA - June 26, 2021: Champlain Towers remains 2 days after collapse owners personal belongings visible hanging from the units

New Law Sets Reserve Requirements for NJ Communities:

An Interview With Attorney Michael S. Simone

On The Board

Self-Managed Communities vs. Local Laws & Regulations

Managing the Maze

Self-managed communities large and small can save a considerable amount of money by bypassing third-party management and…

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2025 Summer

Gauging Management Performance

Communicate, Assess, Discuss & Improve

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2025 Expo

Board Continuity

Getting the Transfer of Power Right

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2025 Spring

Understanding Management Fees

Minding the Bottom Line

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2025 Spring

Handling Mismanagement

Clear Expectations Are Key

Living by the Rules

Making—and Enforcing—House Rules

It’s a common bit for comedians and TV sitcoms: making fun of the ‘condo police’—those neighbors who take it upon themse…

Fall 2020

Handling Harassment in Multifamily Housing

When Trash Talk Turns to Transgression

2016 December

Vulnerable Residents

Safety at Any Age

2014 January

Cars, Cars Everywhere

How to Effectively Manage Parking

2014 January

Knowing When to Call Your Manager

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

Neighbor Noise

When Enough is Too Much

Noise is an acknowledged part of community life, especially in multifamily apartment buildings. Some noise is external;…

Communicate...and Then OVERcommunicate

Tips for Getting Residents Involved, Engaged, & Informed

2016 December

Vulnerable Residents

Safety at Any Age

2014 February

Keeping Track of Paperwork

Properly Managing HOA Records

2014 February

Board/Owner Do’s & Don’ts

What Makes a Board Successful

Maintenance

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Stopping Noise Complaints Before They Start

Good Rules + Good Soundproofing

Noise complaints are easily the number-one grievance of people living in high-density, vertical communities with shared …

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2025 Spring

Exterior Repair & Maintenance in Historic Buildings

Good Old Things

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2025 Spring

Minimizing the Impact of Major Renovations

Big Projects Don’t Have to Mean Big Hassles

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2024 Fall

The Slush is Coming

Time to Start Winterizing Your Entry Hall or Vestibule

2024 May

Liability, Responsibility…and Lint

Who's in Charge of Your Laundry Room?

Exterior Repair & Maintenance in Historic Buildings

Good Old Things

The unique charm of historic properties—both inside and out—is a key draw for many co-op and condo buyers. Exterior orna…

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Replacing Your Roof?

Consider These Add-Ons

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Cutting-Edge Tech for Building Inspections

AI & Drones Cut Costs, Improve Accuracy

2023 Spring

Façade Cleaning

Safety, Solvents, & Curb Appeal

Jersey City, NJ, USA - February 15, 2023: modern buildings at morning in Jersey City, United States

2023 Spring

Dealing With Major Façade Projects

In Condos & Co-ops, the “F” Word is “Façade”

Plumbing the Depths

Pipes, Drains and Your HOA's Water Supply

Few things illustrate the fragility of modern civilization more clearly than plumbing problems. A broken pipe, a backed…

2014 November

Boiler Maintenance Basics

The Heat Is On

2014 November

Your Building's Anatomy

Systems That Keep Your Building Community Running

2013 November

Where's the Money?

Alternative Funding for Capital Improvements

2013 November

Live Long and Prosper

Life Spans of Building Systems

Design

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Updating Your Lobby Furnishings

Reupholster, or Replace?

Mailbox & Package Room Design

More Than Just Boxes & Keys

Mailboxes & Package Rooms

Practical Design in the Amazon Age

Grey is Gone in '24

Fresh Trends in Common Area Design

Maintaining Your Hallways

Paint or Wallcovering?

Insurance

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The Insurance Landscape

Navigating an Historically Hard Market

Directors & Officers Insurance

The Lowdown on D&O

Adequate Community Insurance Coverage

How Much is Enough?

Insurance Premiums Skyrocket

90% of Multifamily Communities Report Paying More - What's to Blame?

Insurance in the Multifamily Setting

Knowing Who Covers What is Key

Organizations

IREM Announces Diversity & Inclusion Succession Initiative Leaders

Program Fosters Leadership & Recognition of Underrepresented Groups

32BJ SEIU President Issues Statement on Pandemic & Police Brutality

"Our Members Find Themselves in Double Jeopardy"

IREM Establishes COVID-19 Relief Fund

27 Chapters On Board So Far

The New Jersey Landscape Contractors Association

Keeping the Garden State Green

The National Fire Protection Association

Working to Stop Fires Before They Start

News

11/7/2025 Join us Dec. 9 for The State of Redevelopment: Multifamily and Mixed-Use - Real Estate NJ

Join us as leading developers and other experts explore key themes in mixed-use and multifamily development in New Jersey, from market-rate and affordable housing to NJ Transit’s push to monetize parcels around its train stations.
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11/3/2025 A sleepy beach town in New Jersey is rebranding as a luxury travel destination. Thanks to the condo market, business is booming. - Business Insider

When people think of the Jersey Shore, the MTV reality show might come to mind. Gym, tan, laundry; fist pumping, and nightclubs. But a small beachside city is drawing a more chic crowd to the beaches of New Jersey, and redefining what the shore looks like in the process.
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10/27/2025 Popular N.Y.-based gourmet market to open 1st N.J. location in new condo complex - NJ.com

A popular New York-based gourmet market is expanding to New Jersey at Southend Lofts, a renovated 19th-century factory building. Dumbo Market recently signed a lease to open a 12,700-square-foot store at the new condominium building at 38 Jackson St. in Hoboken’s South End.
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10/24/2025 JLL: Jersey City tower marks NJ’s largest multifamily sale this year -NJ Biz

A recent Jersey City property sale by Toll Brothers Apartment Living and a joint venture partner marks the largest multifamily transaction in the state year to date.
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10/17/2025 Path to profit: Why Jersey City condos are competing with Brooklyn brownstones - 6sqft

I lived in New York City for 15 years and swore I’d never leave. But when my then-fiance and I found ourselves crammed into an Upper West Side studio (along with two rambunctious cats) when the pandemic hit, we knew we had to make a move. And when we came across a $2,600/month one-bedroom apartment in a brand-new luxury building in Jersey City—complete with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lower Manhattan skyline, two outdoor pools, barbecue grills, and a gym—we simply couldn’t resist.
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10/6/2025 Excellence in Preservation: Two Restored Condos Hit the Market in West Bergen, Jersey City - Jersey Digs

Two charming residences have hit the market after a dedicated restoration of a historic property in the West Bergen–East Lincoln Park Historic District of Jersey City. The homes are an impressive example of how transformation can save residences once destined for demolition by sensitively restoring historic features and tastefully extending buildings to meet the demands of modern living.
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9/30/2025 Condo vs. Townhouse: Which Investment Will Turn Around More Equity After a Decade? - Realtor.com

For buyers who have been priced out of single-family homes, condos and townhouses often look like the next best bet, and it’s easy to see why: Both promise lower price tags, lighter maintenance, and an easier entry point into ownership. But how those advantages translate into long-term wealth can look very different depending on what and where you buy.
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9/25/2025 Taurasi Group nears launch of 110 luxury condos at historic Hoboken factory building - Real Estate NJ

A collection of 110 luxury condominiums will soon hit the market in Hoboken, bringing new life to a historic industrial property at the southern edge of the city.
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9/15/2025 132-year-old factory in N.J. city transformed into 110 luxury lofts. See condo prices. - NJ.com

A historic 19th-century factory building in Hoboken is getting new life as an upscale residential development, with sales launching in October.
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9/11/2025 Private Tours Begin as Sales Launch at One Jones Park in Hamilton Park, Jersey City - Jersey Digs

A new chapter of refined living is underway in one of Jersey City’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Exclusively presented by Marc Brenner and Matthew Gray of Nest Seekers International, One Jones Park is a new development comprising just 75 exclusive residences and has officially launched sales with hardhat tours now available by appointment.
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9/9/2025 Dog Starts Condo Fire After South Jersey Homeowners Made This Common Mistake - Patch

A hungry pooch started a condo fire last week in South Jersey. But rather than blaming it on the dog, authorities hope pet parents can take note and prevent similar incidents.
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9/5/2025 Veris sells New Jersey property for $117M - MultiFamily Dive

Earlier this month, Jersey City, New Jersey-based REIT Veris Residential made progress toward its goal of selling $300 million to $500 million of assets by unloading The James in downtown Park Ridge, New Jersey, for $117 million.
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8/29/2025 JLL: Denholtz seeking buyer for fully approved high-end condo parcel in Sea Bright - Real Estate NJ

Denholtz is looking to sell a shovel-ready development site in Sea Bright that would allow for 15 luxury condominiums along the Shrewsbury River, according to a listing team with JLL.
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8/26/2025 Asbury Park penthouse hits the market for record $9M - 6sqft

Less than a month after a penthouse in Asbury Park sold for $7.6 million, becoming the priciest condo ever sold in New Jersey, a newly listed apartment in the Jersey Shore city is already trying to break the record. Asking $8,999,999, the penthouse at the beachfront Asbury Ocean Club is a combination of two units, with six bedrooms and 2,600 square feet of rooftop space overlooking the ocean and boardwalk.
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8/22/2025 Light-Filled Corner Condominium Listed in the Heart of Paulus Hook, Jersey City - Jersey Digs

Experience contemporary living in this corner two-bedroom residence at Montgomery Greene, a full-service building in the heart of Paulus Hook, Downtown Jersey City.
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8/20/2025 Daisy targets HOAs in NJ property management expansion - NJ Biz

After scaling across the river, Daisy is expanding to the New Jersey market. The tech-driven operator describes itself as the fastest-growing property management company in Manhattan. In the Garden State, Daisy will focus on local homeowners associations and condominiums, according to an August announcement. For this next chapter, the company said it will onboard its first buildings in Hoboken and Jersey City.
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8/14/2025 Miami-Style Luxury Condo Building Comes to the Jersey Shore - Realtor.com

A little more than an hour outside of New York City lies Monmouth County, NJ—and it's putting itself on the map. It's where Netflix broke ground on its new $1 billion film studio in May, and a few towns over, a luxury condominium complex will be built right along the Atlantic Ocean.
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8/8/2025 Car crashes into condo unit with couple sleeping inside in Mount Laurel, New Jersey - CBS

It was a scary scene in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, on Thursday, after police said a driver slammed into a condo unit, with a couple sleeping inside.
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8/7/2025 Construction begins on first-of-its-kind N.J. apartment complex for adults with autism - NJ.com

Work has begun on an apartment building in Red Bank specifically designed for adults with autism. The project was approved by Red Bank in the fall of 2023 for a site on Shrewsbury Avenue that contained retail and an apartment building, which are now being demolished.
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8/2/2025 See inside the coming Lido Asbury Park, where a penthouse just sold for an NJ record $7.6M - App.com

The Lido Asbury Park hasn't broken ground yet, but a buyer has agreed to pay $7.6 million for one of its penthouses, the project's developer said, marking the most expensive condominium sale in New Jersey.
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