No one would deny New Jerseyans are tough. But even the most stoic Garden State resident shivers a bit when the first signs of winter settle over the state. The inevitable arrival of snow and ice take their toll not only on the people …
Like the automobile, the residential elevator is a mechanical marvel—and a fairly recent invention. If you’re a board member, a manager or just a unit owner of an urban or suburban co-op or condo development, chances are you probably use…
Keeping indoor air clean is critical to maintaining a healthy environment. The inner workings of a building’s operating system is often a mystery to the untrained person or board member. Since it’s easier to determine the cleanliness of…
The New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife says that there are over 800 species of wildlife living in the Garden State, and while most of them will never been seen on association properties, it seems that others are showing up more t…
After receiving over 4,200 comments on a proposal that would have eliminated flip taxes and transfer fees in co-ops, condos and HOA communities, the Federal Housing Finance Authority (FHFA) has reconsidered its position and will allow …
Co-op or condo ownership can mean fewer concerns about maintenance and administration for residents, but it also means living by a new set of rules and regulations. Co-op and HOA boards don’t operate as little fiefdoms unto themselves, …
Mention Fort Lee, New Jersey and two things come to mind. One is its proximity to the George Washington Bridge, and secondly, its heritage as the birthplace of the modern film industry and of the Palisades amusement park. The …
Warmer temperatures mean a farewell to clunky boots and bulky coats, but it also means it's time for your building or HOA to shake off the snow and ice and take stock of any damage or wear-and-tear inflicted by the winter months. …
Everyone knows the old phrase about April showers bringing May flowers, but what the saying doesn’t tell you is that the rain in April can also bring a lot of damage to your HOA's gutter system. Hard rain and blustery wind are always ar…
“Sleep tight—don’t let the bedbugs bite" used to be an innocuous children’s rhyme but these days, it's a nightmarish refrain for a growing number of co-op and condo owners and their building administrators. Virtually unheard of for deca…