L.W. from DuPage County, Illinois writes: Dear Mister Condo, I am on our HOA board and we are in the middle of an election. Our management company decided, for the first time ever, to scan in all proxy ballots and send to the entire board a week prior to the election. This seems unethical, as…
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Problematic Renter Creates Big Communication Expense for Condo Association
H.S. from Snohomish County, Washington writes: Dear Mister Condo, A number of months ago we hired a new management firm for a 17-unit townhouse condo. The terms seemed reasonable during conversations and going over the contract. It turns out we get charged for any communication, email, phone calls inquiries. Having a problematic renter in our…
Resigning HOA President Advises Incoming Replacement
D.M. from Hartford County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can an existing HOA president resign from the board, have his previous position filled and act as an advisor to the new president for a month or so to make the transition to a new president smooth? Mister Condo replies: D.M., the President certainly has the…
Leaking Condo Roof is Taking Months to Repair
M.C. from Pinellas County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, I reported water damage (leaking roof) to my Condo Board on in June of 2021. Now, in late September, they have had the roof looked at, but no success yet. Is three full months a sufficient amount of time to get this fixed? (Note: there have…