K.G. from Michigan writes: Dear Mister Condo, I recently found out that a same size condo as mine is being charged less per month in monthly fees. HOA indicated they charge by the square footage which are on the original plans. I reviewed the plans and the square footage is the same. I have requested…
Tag: Assessments
How Many Month’s Common Fees Can Be Collected in Foreclosure?
B.O. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, What is the maximum months of common fees an association can collect in a bank foreclosure? What is the maximum an association can collect when they foreclose? Mister Condo replies: B.O., the answer is not as clear as you might expect. The actions taken by the…
Condo Owner Excused from Paying Special Assessment
M.A. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, When is an owner excused from paying their share of a special assessment? Mister Condo replies: M.A., as far as I know, an owner is NEVER excused from paying a Special Assessment once it is levied by the Board. The whole point of a Special Assessment…
HOA Turns Off Water on 5-Day Delinquent Owner
B.A. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I’m wondering if our Property Management really has a right to authorize disconnection of water in my unit due to unpaid HOA dues (only 5 days overdue to be exact) even if I don’t have an outstanding balance from my water provider. I can say that…