J.B. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Hello! I am wondering whether you know of any states or towns (in the country) offer or require a property tax exemption for 55+ communities that do not receive municipal services, such as trash pick-up. Thank you, J.B. Mister Condo replies: J.B., hello to you as well!…
Month: July 2013
Hot Deal on Fire-Damaged Condo!
L.S. from Fairfield County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Hi! I am thinking about purchasing a condo with known fire damage which was caused by the resident living above the unit. No repairs have been done to the building yet so I am very hesitant as I am really not familiar with the process. Here are…
Condo Front Stoop Safety Handrail – Who Pays?
J.L. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a 55+ common interest community. My physical condition at 70+ yrs. of age has changed and I can no longer enter my front entrance without assistance. In addition, I am on continuous oxygen. There is one high step up to the stoop/front porch landing. Currently there…
Overwatering Neighbor Overreaching Limited Common Area
S.B. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Next door neighbor in my 54-unit PUD is way overwatering his lawn and even has a sprinkler head on my limited common area. What can I do when the association won’t help? Mister Condo replies: S.B., given the summer we’re having here in Connecticut, it’s hard to…