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…
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Condo Roof Damage Leads to Unit Ceiling Damage
W.P. from Howard County, Maryland writes: Dear Mister Condo, One of our multi-level buildings developed a leak in the roof. The top unit had ceiling water damage and the board claimed they were responsible for only the roof repair, whereas the owner was responsible to repair his ceiling. Something doesn’t seem right. What is your input?…
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…