A.V. from Los Angeles County, California writes: Dear Mister Condo, Hello! I have been reading your columns and it’s pretty straight. Thanks! For the first time am asking a question. I hope it’s an easy one because it’s a tough one for us. Here it is: We live in a condo with a HOA/property management…
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Condo Renters Turn Off Heat; Damage and Chaos Ensue for Unit Owner
D.B. from Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Earlier this month, our tenants turned off the heat and left for a week. Pipes froze causing extensive damage throughout our condo. Our insurance company only paid us for bills we paid: the plumber to replace the broken pipes and for our personal items (appliances), as the condo…
Condo’s Leasing Rules Prevent Multiple Renters Within 12 Months
A.T. from Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, I own one condo in a 150-unit community. There is a rule that states: “No unit shall be leased more than one time in any twelve-month period from the time of occupancy.” The intention of the rule is obvious. Now, suppose a unit is rented for a three-month period and a new…
Uninsured Condo Renter Hit Hard by Association-Hired Contractor Mistake
L.D. outside from Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, HOA hired licensed contractor to fix pipes in community garage. Our condo completely flooded every room by contractor’s fault. We do not have renter’s insurance. Have thousands of dollars in property damage. Who is responsible? Our landlord who owns the unit insurance policy does not cover our…