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How Embracing 15-minute City Principles Helps Create a Sustainable, Happier, Healthier Condo Community
The 15-minute city is an organizing principle for urban development. City neighbourhoods become self-sustaining using the principles. As a result, locals work, shop, learn and play within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from home. In fact, Ottawa approved a 25-year urban intensification plan in December 2019. The plan is designed to turn the city…
Read MorePoor Etiquette in Condo Boards: How this could be your Downfall
Today’s diverse communities require hypersensitivity for proper etiquette. In fact, a lack of etiquette or poor etiquette in condo boards could mean the downfall of your board. Here we discuss the role of etiquette in condo governance and how proper communication helps avoid poor etiquette. Proper Board Etiquette Focuses on Governance & Diplomacy Many people…
Read MoreWeather-Related Catastrophes: How Condo Boards can Minimize Risk
Weather-related catastrophes have property managers in Ontario on edge. Climate change continues to increase the risk of flooding, wind damage, and more. As a result, your condo board needs to create a strategy to help minimize potential damages and injuries. Here we explain how your condo board can minimize risk before weather-related catastrophe strikes. Catastrophe…
Read MoreHow Condo Boards Can Help Staff Work Smarter and Leaner in 2022
The pandemic forced condo management teams into hybrid or remote work environments. As a result many struggle with makeshift workplaces where staff roles and responsibilities are either unclear or evolving. Condo boards should go into 2022 equipped with the right tools that support staff and meet resident need. Here’s how your condo board can create…
Read MoreCondo Trends: The 5 Hottest Trends for Condo Boards
Condo boards can look to changing condo trends to help maintain efficient, cost-effective industry best practices. Here we look at the five most compelling trends your condo board can embrace right now. 1. Integrated Technology Facilitating improved responsiveness and effective processes for both staff and residents requires integrated technology. Many condos are functioning with a…
Read MoreThe Tough Lessons Condo Boards Learned in 2021
We all learned some tough lessons in 2021, many driven by the pandemic. The end of each year presents an opportunity for you to use those lessons and take them to heart. By reviewing what you’ve learned you can improve your efficiencies and profitability for 2022. Here we look at the toughest lessons learned from…
Read MoreThe Top Wins For Condo Boards That Outsource Administrative Management Function
Outsourcing administrative work provides a direct route to improved efficiencies for your condo board. When you outsource your administrative management function you quickly fill in the skills gaps. As a result, you improve day-to-day operations, reduce stress, and enjoy cost-saving wins for your condo corporation. Improving Efficiencies as a Result of Outsourcing Administrative Management Often…
Read MoreInclusive Condos: How to Keep Holiday Decorations Inclusive Yet Festive
Time for holiday decorations in your condo? In a country rich with different cultures and traditions, show awareness, respect, and understanding by making your holiday decorations inclusive of all residents. Diverse condo communities offer opportunities to learn more about different cultural traditions. Condo boards wishing to reflect the festive spirit of the holiday season must…
Read MoreHow to Keep Condo Owners Happy with Stellar Winter Maintenance
Nothing makes condo owners happier than seeing their hard-earned dollars at work. When you ensure your winter maintenance is well-managed, residents feel their property is being cared for and their common element fees are being used wisely. Here’s how to keep residents smiling even when the bitter cold of winter is upon us. Secure Trusted…
Read MoreThe 4 Most Revealing KPIs Every Condo Board Should Track To Avoid Disaster
The financial and physical health of your condo depends on your board’s management. One of the basic management best practices boards tend to overlook is using key performance indicators (KPIs and more specifically condo KPIs) to measure their success. Does your board measure and track the success of your condo corporation? Here we list four…
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