Pets are an important part of many people’s lives, and many condo owners and occupants keep pets in their units. Unfortunately, pets and animals can sometimes lead to conflict within the condo community. These issues most often arise when owners and occupants of condo units do not comply with the condo corporation’s governing documents (i.e. the corporation’s declaration, by-laws, and rules). To ensure that owners, occupants and their pets can...

Special assessments can be charged by your condominium corporation on top of regular monthly fees and the board of directors can charge a special assessment without getting permission from condo owners. By-laws of the corporation may have rules about special assessments and may include provisions for owner input. In addition, the decision to levy a special assessment can be challenged in court if proper procedures are not followed. Reasons why...

The enclosed stats represent condos sales over all of essex county for the month of April, 2023. As shown there is only a limited number of sales each month so it is difficult to get an accurate picture for a specific condo. While inventory is building, there is still limited inventory available in most buildings. Many condos have long term owners, others have a large number of units that the owners have chosen to rent out. Each condo is...

Many condos built between the mid 1990s and 2007 have kitec.  Many buyers have concerns regarding the ability to obtain insurance and or the cost of replacing kitec.  If you have questions on insuring your condo, we can attempt to refer you to an insurance companies that may be able to assist.  Many condo owners  prefer to monitor kitec and leave it until signs of deterioration form before replacing. Some condo corps have...

Mortgage Pre-Approval One of the first steps when buying a home is getting pre-qualified for a mortgage. It is important to understand how much of a mortgage you can afford before you begin searching for a home. I work with a selected group of mortgage professionals who are specially qualified to assist you in this area. If you would like to receive the latest rates, and meet with a mortgage professional, please contact me. Mortgage approval,...

Sellers Frequently Asked Questions: As a seller, you have to understand how the market works, or you risk selling for less than you might have. Here are important questions on the minds of many sellers. Feel free to Contact Us with any others. When’s a good time to sell my home? Should I buy first or sell first? What’s a CMA? What is a FSBO? Do I have to put a For Sale sign on my lawn? Is a public open house really necessary or...

Buyers Frequently Asked Questions: As a buyer, you have to make sure to know how the market works before you step in, or you risk missing out on the property of your dreams when you find it. Here are the core questions most buyers have. Feel free to send me one of your own. If I’m interested in a property, how can I determine if the list price is fair? How do I know what price to offer for a property? Do I need to have a home inspection...

Moving Checklist Use this handy checklist to plan and organize your moving activities. Print this page and post it on your fridge for easy reference. Remember to save your receipts. Some moving expenses may be tax deductible.  One month before Start a moving expense book. Ask for references from at least two moving companies and get written estimates. Feel free to call me for references to companies my clients have used in the past. Make...