S.A. from South Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can an individual purchase the lien and foreclosure rights on a delinquent condo unit? Second, is there a situation where a condo association can foreclose and take possession without going through the auction process? The unit in question has no mortgage and the owners have abandoned the…
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Condo Roof Leak Causes $75K in Damage; No Insurance Claim Made
J.T. from Middlesex County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Condo roof leak caused mold and extensive repairs paid by unit owner. The association refuses to pay the bill. $75,000.00 and never contacted master insurance but stated in emails that they did during initial assessments by environmental specialists provided by association who stated the need for immediate…
Condo Association-Hired Contractor Damages Unit Owner Ceilings
D.R. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, A unit owner notified the condo association of a roof leak. A contractor, called by the association to inspect and give an estimate, caused several cracks in the ceiling while up in the attic inspecting, even though he was told the attic had no floor. Who is…
Hardship Case Causing Condo Rental Cap Chaos
H.S. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our association passed an amendment to the CC&R’s capping the rental of units at 17. We have 66 units. This was done in 2006 to help us keep FHA funding. Our last management company let it slide, so our new management company has gone through the…