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Fire Prevention Week: Tips to Keep Your Family Safe at Home
Oct 08, 2015
Did you know this week is Fire Prevention Week? That means it’s time to assess your household and check for any potential fire hazards. Fires can be very dangerous and quickly spread ruining valuable items and a house full of memories. Take a moment to read fire prevention tips provided by FirstService Residential property manager, Morgan Lepson.
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12 Tips for Efficient Community Construction Project Management
Oct 07, 2015
Is your condominium corporation looking to start a construction project? Well there can be several frustrating and complicating situations that arise throughout the construction management process. One way to help make sure your condo’s construction project runs smoothly is to contact an experienced property management company for advice. In the meantime, you can read our tips on how to efficiently get through the construction process.
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From Property Developer to HOA Leadership: The Importance of a Great Transition Team
Sep 24, 2015
Ontario has many newly developed properties and with each new development there will come a time when the community must transition from developer control to homeowner control. This period is also known as the developer transition phase. There are several steps involved during this process, we have created a list of guidelines to help.
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Board Meeting Basics for HOA Board Members
Sep 18, 2015
Board meetings are an essential part of being a HOA Board member. There are so many moving parts and preliminary steps that need to be taken while planning your next Board meeting. Don’t let the planning stress you out, we can help!
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6 Easy Steps To Build Your Community’s Budget
Jun 20, 2014
Your community's budget is more than a series of numbers. It is the starting point for all of your Board's projects and initiatives -- the launchpad for achieving its objectives each year.
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Debunking the 8 Biggest Myths About Partnering with a Property Management Company
Jun 19, 2014
Although the property management industry is large and widespread, many people still consider it a mystery. Here are eight of the biggest misconceptions about the industry, as well as the facts.
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Tips For Generating Community Engagement In Your Condominium
Jan 01, 0001
What makes a community a great place to live? A lot goes into it, but it’s no secret that often depends on community engagement.
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Maintenance fees take a toil on Toronto condo owners
Jan 01, 0001
Monthly charges seen as growing problem for industry.
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Man charged in $4.1 million condo fraud
Jan 01, 0001
Article originally appeared in the Hamilton Spectator on May 21, 2015
St. Catharines man has been charged with defrauding 13 Hamilton and Burlington condominium corporations of $4.1 million.
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Industry gets two new billion dollar companies with FirstService, Colliers split
Jan 01, 0001
Five years after they merged, FirstService Corporation is set to spin off its Colliers International operation.