J.K. from Fairfax County, Virginia writes: Dear Mister Condo, How many days does the Condo Association have to fix a hot water issue? Mister Condo replies: J.K., I am sorry that you are experiencing a delay with association-provided hot water. I am not aware of any time frame in which the association must fix a…
Unwilling to File Claim for Interior Condo Damage
J.K. from Anne Arundel County, Maryland writes: Dear Mister Condo, Are you familiar with the Maryland Condo Act? If so please advise me on how best to proceed. I recently closed on a condo and soon after a leak in the unit above me caused a flood which affected his unit, an adjacent unit, and my…
Condo Association Refuses to Lift Lien Against Formerly Delinquent Owner
D.M. from Dade County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, I did a settlement with my Condo Association back in 2012 for maintenance fees, late fees, lien fees and lawyer fees. I paid the full settlement plus 600 dollars extra on the final payment as of this date they refuse to remove the liens off the units. What…
Condo Management Company is Also a Unit Owner
C.W. from Harris County, Texas writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can a management Company own a unit at that property? Mister Condo replies: C.W., they sure can! It is not uncommon for a management company to also have a real estate division that is actively involved in purchasing, selling, renting, and even flipping real estate. Some…