D.M. from Indiana writes: Dear Mister Condo, We recently purchased a condo from FHA (foreclosure). It soon became clear the upstairs neighbors were heavy footed, but upon some further investigation, and cooperation with them, that the fibrous concrete subfloor between the units is cracked and causing very loud squeaking and creaking when they just walk…
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HOA Common Fees Doubled. No Explanation Given.
K.M. from Fairfield County writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in and serve on the Board of a modest-sized shoreline HOA community in Fairfield County that was established in the 1950s. Our neighborhood has always been very close with many of our residents born here, schooled here, and raised here. The past few years have…
Special Assessments 7 Years in a Row!
D.M. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Is it legal to have a special assessment for 7 years in a row? It has caused 2 foreclosures and 2 more units to go up for sale. Mister Condo replies: D.M., I don’t think it is a question of legality as much as it is a…
No Board Members to Serve at this Illinois Condo – What Now?
I.K. from Illinois writes: Dear Mister Condo, What happens to the management of a condominium when there are not enough board members to serve? Does management of the association get turned over to the State? Does this vary by state? I live in Illinois. Mister Condo replies: I.K., rules about condo governance do vary from…