Here is what you need to know before you become a Board Member at your New Condominium. The board of directors represent the owners. Owners of a condo elect members to become a board member or become one themselves.There are certain criteria in order to become a board member including: be at least 18 years of age cannot be bankrupt be mentally competent. must complete the Condominium Director Training Program must comply with new disclosure obligation What does a condo … Continue reading “Living in a Condo? Thinking of Getting Involved? Why not a Board of Directors?”
Condo Maintenance Tips, Pros, and Cons: Managing a Condominium on Your Own
Posted on October 5, 2021November 4, 2021Additional costs of owning an apartment or condo are the monthly maintenance fees which cover the costs of the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and common areas.What is involved with maintenance? 1 – Condo Safety and security Lighting/monitoring/sidewalks and parking lot/emergency equipment including smoke alarms/sprinklers/fire extinguishers 2 – Regular Condominium inspections/testing Maintain and repair facilities and all equipment including roof /insulation/ventilation/electrical/plumbing 3 – Cleaning the Rental Rroperties Both interior and exterior including outdoor garbage facilities/pest control The decision is yours – … Continue reading “Condo Maintenance Tips, Pros, and Cons: Managing a Condominium on Your Own”
Pros & Cons of Buying a Condo Vs. a House
Posted on August 27, 2021January 10, 2022Thinking of relocating? Looking for a place that has many choices from new to historic neighbourhoods? Why Windsor? Safety, accessibility, affordability, diversity, and fun; Windsor has something for everyone and it’s not just the proximity to Detroit that makes Windsor special. Discover more information here:https://www.gatekey.ca/blog/top-neighbourhoods-in-windsor-ontario/https://www.retirehere.ca/ Aside from location, the type of housing is one of the most important decisions you must make. Lifestyle and cost can help determine whether a single-family house or a condo is more suitable for your … Continue reading “Pros & Cons of Buying a Condo Vs. a House”
Condos and townhouses are in demand in Windsor Essex due to the current housing market
Posted on June 25, 2021June 25, 2021During the month of March, home sales and prices were at their peak. Sales and prices have reduced somewhat since then, but are expected to stay high through the remainder of the year, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). Ontario’s average home price in April was $866,307, 37.6% higher than last year. The large increase in cost has prevented home hunters from purchasing the home they want because it is out of their budget. This is why May marked … Continue reading “Condos and townhouses are in demand in Windsor Essex due to the current housing market”
Hot Real Estate Market driving Condominium New Builds in Windsor Essex
Posted on April 26, 2021April 26, 2021With the real estate market value increasing, the search for homes in Windsor Essex is hot. Particularly because our local property prices are remarkably lower compared to bigger areas, such as Toronto. With towering rates in the GTA, numerous people are looking for more affordable options. As a result, there has been a large flock of people migrating to Windsor from the province’s capital, looking to buy a house for a more reasonable price. Subsequently, the hot real estate market … Continue reading “Hot Real Estate Market driving Condominium New Builds in Windsor Essex”