Organizing and keeping a co-op or condo’s books and other records is, on the surface, not that different than keeping a budget for one’s home. But there are many important differences—filing deadlines, tax requirements, reports…
While economy continues its slow recession rebound, unemployment rates remain steady at more than nine percent. Across the nation, various real estate markets have taken it on the chin, with some markets such as Detroit and Las Vegas k…
It’s been a long time since cable modems were the gold standard in Internet connectivity—or at least it seems like it’s been a long time. Telecommunications as a field has been developing at a dizzying pace, and multifamily buildings—bo…
Typically the sources of terror in horror movies come from ghouls and zombies. Victims in these films find themselves trapped in an abandoned warehouse or haunted mansion with no chance of escape or survival. Moviegoers feel appropriat…
Your co-op or condo unit houses more than your material possessions. The management office also typically contains detailed information about you—including your social security number, credit card number, emergency information, phone nu…
Recent crime statistics in the Garden State shows a slight decrease in criminal offenses and lower property loss than what was reported in 2009, according to the latest statistics in the New Jersey State Police 2009 Uniform Crime report…
While the vast majority of cities across the country report declining crime statistics, the fact remains that crime still does happen sometimes—even in the quietest, most affluent communities. Prevention is the best form of crime reduct…
Q “If an HOA or condo board heard about the potential threat of a possible rapist in the area but did nothing to add security to the parking area and a resident was raped, is that HOA or condo association or board liable? What if that s…
Q What happens when there is no quorum at a shareholders meeting and therefore there is no election for new board members? The same board has remained in my condo for many, many years without a chance for us to vote them out. Isn't the…
Situated a mere 10 miles from the “Big Apple,” Clifton is a delightfully diverse community that does not fit the mold of the average commuter town. While a sizable number of residents do commute to “the city,” a majority of residents wor…