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Board Operations
2019 Fall Fines and Penalties Using Them Fairly and Effectively
Board Operations
2019 Fall Why Am I Being Deposed? Unit Owner Depositions in Transition Litigations – a Primer
Board Operations
2019 Fall Absent Owners Managing Communities When Nobody’s Home
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2019 July Design by Committee Using Design Committees for Common Area Projects
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2019 Fall Planning and Maintaining a Community Garden Planting Value
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2019 Fall Current Issue
Management

Managing Mental Health Issues

Addressing Residents With Sensitivity

Running a community association requires boards and managers to work with people from all walks of life, including those…
Management
Keys, Key Fobs, and Door Codes
2019 February

Keys, Key Fobs, and Door Codes

Controlling Access to Your Building

Non-Resident Board Members
2019 January

Non-Resident Board Members

Managing Absentee Decision Makers

Running Small Associations
2019 January

Running Small Associations

Unique Communities, Unique Needs

Addressing Management Problems
2019 January

Addressing Management Problems

Communication, Mediation, Cooperation

Finance

Capital Reserve Funds

How Much Do You Really Need?

As community members, co-op and condo owners work together to maintain the greater structure in which they live – not ju…
Finance
When Associations Borrow
2018 July

When Associations Borrow

What to Know Before Taking Out a Loan

Business Corporation Law Versus Conflicts of Interest
2018 July

Business Corporation Law Versus Conflicts of Interest

How Both Impact Boards

The Tax Act of 2017
2018 July

The Tax Act of 2017

Implications for Co-ops, Condos, and HOAs

Appropriate Use of Common Funds
2017 October

Appropriate Use of Common Funds

Handling Other People’s Money



On The Board
  • Board Operations
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Conducting Better Meetings

Best Practices for Saving Time and Getting Things Done

Residents in condo, co-op  and HOA communities are frequently quite busy. Boards consist of elected volunteers who nearl…
Access to  Documents
2019 May

Access to Documents

Understanding Residents’ Access to Information

Managing Board Conflict
2019 February

Managing Board Conflict

How to Maintain Harmony

Self-Management Strategies
2019 February

Self-Management Strategies

Smart Business for Busy Boards

Board Demographics
2019 February

Board Demographics

Old Guard Versus New Blood

Cars, Cars Everywhere

How to Effectively Manage Parking

On any given night, you will find hoards of people swarming the densely populated cities and townships in New Jersey in…
Knowing When to Call Your Manager
2014 January

Knowing When to Call Your Manager

Response to Calls is an Essential Part of the Manager’s Job

Secrets of Successful Managers
2014 January

Secrets of Successful Managers

Communication, Accommodation, Cooperation

Managing Amenities
2014 January

Managing Amenities

Who’s in Charge of What?

Changing Managers or Firms?
2014 January

Changing Managers or Firms?

Don’t Overlook the Details!

Keeping Track of Paperwork

Properly Managing HOA Records

While keeping the records of the association is not the most fascinating part of serving on a board, it is in some ways…
Board/Owner Do’s & Don’ts
2014 February

Board/Owner Do’s & Don’ts

What Makes a Board Successful

Howdy, Neighbor
2014 February

Howdy, Neighbor

Cultivating a Sense of Community

Building a Better Board
2013 February

Building a Better Board

Common Traits of Successful Boards

Better, Stronger, Faster...
2013 February

Better, Stronger, Faster...

The Scoop on Electronic Communication



Maintenance
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Hygiene in Shared Amenities

Keeping It Clean

One of the biggest perks of modern multifamily living is the all-inclusive, amenity-rich building or HOA. Depending on y…
Maintenance Charge Increases
2019 July

Maintenance Charge Increases

When, Why, and How to Raise Monthly Fees

Facade Repair and Restoration
2019 March

Facade Repair and Restoration

How to Know When It’s Time

Exterior Cleaning
2019 March

Exterior Cleaning

Cleanliness and Curb Appeal

Maintaining Exterior Spaces
2019 March

Maintaining Exterior Spaces

Safety, Longevity, and Aesthetics

Building Demolition

Managing Chaos, Minimizing Disruption

Cities are crowded. That’s a simple fact. In the best of circumstances, there’s noise, dirt, dust, and the usual urban p…
Exterior Signage
2018 March

Exterior Signage

Monetizing Your Outside Space

Roof Maintenance
2018 March

Roof Maintenance

Taking Care of Your Condo, Co-op or HOA From the Top Down

Planning Ahead
2018 March

Planning Ahead

Staying on Top of Building Maintenance

Vendor Relationships
2017 March

Vendor Relationships

Working With Those Who Work for You

Plumbing the Depths

Pipes, Drains and Your HOA's Water Supply

Few things illustrate the fragility of modern civilization more clearly than plumbing problems. A broken pipe, a backed…
Boiler Maintenance Basics
2014 November

Boiler Maintenance Basics

The Heat Is On

Your Building's Anatomy
2014 November

Your Building's Anatomy

Systems That Keep Your Building Community Running

Where's the Money?
2013 November

Where's the Money?

Alternative Funding for Capital Improvements

Live Long and Prosper
2013 November

Live Long and Prosper

Life Spans of Building Systems



Design

Basement Rooms

Turning ‘Dead’ Space Into Common Space

Residential Architecture Trends

What’s Hot in High-Rises?

The Value of Redecorating

Do Aesthetic Changes Increase Value?

Recreational Amenities for Kids

Having Fun While Keeping Safe

Horticultural Art in Your Lobby

Green Walls Can Enliven a Building’s Common Area

Insurance

The Chain of Communication

Establishing Connections — and Boundaries — Between Board and Residents

The Upsides of Board Service

Benefits, Rewards, and a Job Well Done

Responsibility for Repairs

Whose Insurance Pays?

The Risks of Being Un(or Under)insured

Owners Uncovered

Attracting Talent

How to Find the Right People to Serve on the Board

Organizations

The New Jersey Landscape Contractors Association

Keeping the Garden State Green

The National Fire Protection Association

Working to Stop Fires Before They Start

Keeping It Cool

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers

Keeping It Cool

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers

Concentrating on Community Association Law

A Look at the College of Community Association Law

News

12/13/2019  Tony Union City condo development bags $44M construction loan—Real Estate Weekly
12/13/2019  Tony Union City condo development bags $44M construction loan—Real Estate Weekly
National Realty Investment Advisors (NRIA) has secured a $44 million construction loan for its 55-unit gated development in Union City, NJ. S3 Capital Partners, a New York City-based private lending platform, provided the loan for 1300 Manhattan Avenue.
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12/13/2019  $100K Price Drop On Ocean City Boardwalk Condo—Patch.com
12/13/2019  $100K Price Drop On Ocean City Boardwalk Condo—Patch.com
Boardwalk living got a little cheaper. The asking price on this 5-bedroom, first-floor condo went down to $1.695 million.
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12/13/2019  Nine on the Hudson: Luxury Condos Minutes from Hoboken + Jersey City
12/13/2019  Nine on the Hudson: Luxury Condos Minutes from Hoboken + Jersey City
Making the move to the ‘burbs from Hoboken or Jersey City is a big jump and can feel overwhelming, especially if you love your neighborhood and aren’t 100% ready to leave all that “city life” has to offer. But as your need for more space has you scouring real estate apps for the perfect new pad, head a few minutes north along the Hudson waterfront for home opportunities that may just satisfy your entire wish list, commutability and all.
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12/2/2019  Piekarsky Firm's Lawyers Move to Phillips Nizer in Hackensack—Law.com
12/2/2019  Piekarsky Firm's Lawyers Move to Phillips Nizer in Hackensack—Law.com
Continuing to add to its Hackensack office, New York-based Phillips Nizer has brought on attorneys from Piekarsky & Associates, including that firm’s namesake and founder.
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11/26/2019  38-Unit Condo Project ‘The Journalist’ Breaks Ground Near Journal Square—Jersey Digs
11/26/2019  38-Unit Condo Project ‘The Journalist’ Breaks Ground Near Journal Square—Jersey Digs
While sky-high rental buildings have started to define the area near Jersey City’s westernmost PATH station, a smaller scale condominium project has officially commenced construction along one of the neighborhood’s quiet side streets.
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11/18/2019  Megha Moza Joins Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty’s New Downtown Jersey City Office—Jersey Digs
11/18/2019  Megha Moza Joins Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty’s New Downtown Jersey City Office—Jersey Digs
Top Jersey City real estate agent Megha Moza and her team have joined renowned luxury real estate brokerage Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty, working out of the brokerage’s new downtown Jersey City office, located at 77 Hudson Street.
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11/15/2019  Iconic Site of Hoboken’s Maxwell House Coffee Plant Exquisitely Re-Imagined as Luxury Condominium—Jersey Digs
11/15/2019  Iconic Site of Hoboken’s Maxwell House Coffee Plant Exquisitely Re-Imagined as Luxury Condominium—Jersey Digs
On the heels of its grand opening, 1000 Maxwell Place, Hoboken’s newest luxury condominium building, capitalizes on the energetic urban scene and lush landscape for a really-does-have-it-all lifestyle. Located in Hoboken’s vibrant North End, 1000 Maxwell Place is an enclave of 58 residences nestled in between Elysian Park and the Hudson River Promenade, offering residents modern interiors with fashionable finishes, as well as a breathtaking collection of amenities, and surely as many as 1000 more reasons to make 1000 Maxwell Place your home.
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11/6/2019  Jersey City Voters Pass Limits on Airbnb, Short-Term Rentals—The New York Times
11/6/2019  Jersey City Voters Pass Limits on Airbnb, Short-Term Rentals—The New York Times
Airbnb was dealt another setback in one of its most important markets Tuesday as voters in a New Jersey city just a few minutes by train from the tourist sights of Manhattan approved restrictions on short-term rental companies in a hard-fought referendum.
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11/6/2019  Condo plan delayed as Bernardsville reviews zoning—The Bernardsville News
11/6/2019  Condo plan delayed as Bernardsville reviews zoning—The Bernardsville News
The latest public hearing on the “Claremont Manor” proposal for a five-level building with 26 apartments in the business district, originally scheduled before the Board of Adjustment for Monday night, Nov. 4, has been postponed until next year.
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11/4/2019  Guide to Passaic County Elections—New Jersey Globe
11/4/2019  Guide to Passaic County Elections—New Jersey Globe
Democrats may have their best shot in Wayne’s 5th Ward, where Democrat Francine Ritter is trying to oust incumbent Councilwoman Aileen Rivera. Ritter has a strong base at the Brittany Chase condominiums, where she led a takeover of the board last year after news broke that residents might have to come up with an emergency assessment that could top $11,000 for some condo owner.
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11/1/2019  Miami-style condos in N.J. sold for $3M. And they came with big tax breaks.—NJ.com
11/1/2019  Miami-style condos in N.J. sold for $3M. And they came with big tax breaks.—NJ.com
A pair of condominiums in a redevelopment area on the Long Branch waterfront have sold for at least $3 million each, their developer announced, adding that the buyers will get a 32% discount on their property taxes thanks to an abatement granted when the project was approved five years ago.
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11/1/2019  Seized Set: Juelz Santana Loses $650K Condo To Foreclosure—Hip Hop Wired
11/1/2019  Seized Set: Juelz Santana Loses $650K Condo To Foreclosure—Hip Hop Wired
The last couple of years have probably been the toughest years in Juelz Santana’s Rap career. One of his properties has been taken while he is behind bars.
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10/25/2019  Century-Old Parish House in Bernardsville Transformed into Luxury Condos—Jersey Digs
10/25/2019  Century-Old Parish House in Bernardsville Transformed into Luxury Condos—Jersey Digs
Around the turn of the 20th century, waves of immigrants coming to America swelled the population in Somerset County. Residents congregated in Bernardsville at St. Bernard’s Parish, which erected a parish house or Great Hall in 1912.
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10/25/2019  $5M Asbury Park Penthouse Condo Sale Sets Record—Jersey Digs
10/25/2019  $5M Asbury Park Penthouse Condo Sale Sets Record—Jersey Digs
There’s a new record coming out of Asbury Park, and it’s not a Springsteen oeuvre. On October 8, developer iStar announced they have officially begun closings at Asbury Ocean Club Surfside Resort and Residences tower and just sold their first penthouse at $5 million –- a record sale for the historic shore town, whose revitalization has brought a string of new residences and hotels.
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10/25/2019  A bruising battle in Jersey City over short-term rental regulations—NJTV News
10/25/2019  A bruising battle in Jersey City over short-term rental regulations—NJTV News
The battle in Jersey City over regulation of Airbnb listings has become a knock-down, drag-out affair, with millions of dollars spent, a barrage of advertisements and both sides accusing the other of trying to mislead voters.
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10/23/2019  This Is The Priciest Condo For Sale In Atlantic County—Patch.com
10/23/2019  This Is The Priciest Condo For Sale In Atlantic County—Patch.com
Penthouse living comes at a price. In this case, it's over $2 million. Check out the inside.
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10/23/2019  Chester County man accused of stealing nearly $1 million from condo associations—WPVI-TV Philadelphia
10/23/2019  Chester County man accused of stealing nearly $1 million from condo associations—WPVI-TV Philadelphia
Authorities in Chester County, Pennsylvania say a man stole nearly a million dollars from two condo associations over a nearly two-year period.
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10/16/2019  Hunting for your first home? Here are 5 tips from the pros—USA Today
10/16/2019  Hunting for your first home? Here are 5 tips from the pros—USA Today
With rents rising in many U.S. cities and mortgage rates near historic lows, it’s an enticing time for first-time homebuyers. After all, why pay more to the landlord when you can build equity in your own property?
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10/14/2019  New Philly penthouse listed for a record $25M. But where are the condos for middle-income buyers?—The Philadelphia Inquirer
10/14/2019  New Philly penthouse listed for a record $25M. But where are the condos for middle-income buyers?—The Philadelphia Inquirer
If there were ever an indication of how much the Philadelphia real estate market has transformed, look no further than the $25 million condo being marketed on Rittenhouse Square.
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10/14/2019  Hill Wallack Builds Condo Group With 4 Attys, New Office—Law360
10/14/2019  Hill Wallack Builds Condo Group With 4 Attys, New Office—Law360
Hill Wallack LLP has bolstered its community associations group with the addition of four attorneys in a new location that builds the firm’s southern New Jersey imprint and expands manpower in a growing practice area, firm leaders said.
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