C.C. from Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Are there guidelines in CT regarding active executive board members who sell real estate and any steps that should be taken to avoid conflict of interest concerns? Mister Condo replies: C.C., conflicts of interest come in two types – apparent and definite. Apparent conflicts of interest are pretty…
Category: Condominium
Roof Repairs Leave Condo Owner Without Noise Protection
E.S. from New Jersey writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a top-floor condo and I have several neighbor’s heat pumps directly on top of my unit & a few more very nearby, all on the roof. Recently the entire roof was replaced. The roofers and engineers removed all the platforms, stands, & shock absorption…
Condo Fees for Move-Ins, Move-Outs, and Everything in Between
L.R. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We are a 64-unit complex in Stamford, CT. I’m trying to figure out what is a fair move-in fee for rental properties. Currently there is a $250 move-in fee and we have no move-out fee. In addition, there’s a $25 lease-filing fee and a personal automobile,…
Condo Owner Ordered to Pay Association Court Costs
M.C. from Nevada writes: Dear Mister Condo, A Small Claims Court has ordered that I (a non-owner) pay court costs to my Association. I intend to fully comply. My Question is: I believe my HOA (in Nevada) is registered as a Business with a Business License. Can I expect to receive a fully itemized Bill listing…