This question is submitted by Briana L. out of South Carolina   I own a condo which is part of a condo neighborhood. I have other condos in my building. I had a termite inspection done and was told it’s not just my condo infected but the entire set of 6 condos are infected too. What about this? Any other helpful information would be very much appreciated ..read more

This question is submitted by Susan H. out of California   My HOA refuses to cut hedges along my patio. They are so overgrown 9’ high, almost reaching my second-story balcony. They are blocking the only natural light resource to my first floor. I have complained over and over but when the landscaping company comes out they only trim where my AC unit is located ..read more

This question is submitted by Marie R. out of Michigan   We have the votes. What is the actual procedure to remove a Board member at an annual meeting? Do we just make a motion and second the motion? Also, our bylaws are not clear whether "majority" applies to those present at the meeting (in person or by proxy) or if we have to have the majority of all co-owners ..read more

This question is submitted by R. M. out of Connecticut   Our condo association has a no-pet rule. It came out that a director has a pet (not a support animal) while participating in aggressively dragging others to no-pet hearings. One person had asked if they could have a fish and was told no. So this director very dismissively said they would try to get a "letter." How can we obtain proof of such a letter? If they say it was obtained, so far, nobody has followed up. A prior director said there is an annual renewal requirement for ESA letters. Where would that requirement be found? I can ..read more

This question is submitted by Joan W. out of Florida   What is the expected wait time between the Board electing officers and making the new positions known to the owners? Board members say it’s not their responsibility to make those announcements, it’s up to the Property Management Company. Do we have to wait until the next board meeting to find out who the officers are ..read more

This question is submitted by Casey G. out of Florida   Three board members out of 5 are running the board without discussing anything with the two other board members. My attorney is now involved and so is the division of Florida Condos, timeshares, and mobile homes. Is there anyone else to notify about their violations against 718 and 61 ..read more

This question is submitted by Nancy W. out of Michigan   I have accepted an offer for sale of my condo. The inspection requested a statement regarding repairs that are needed. The Board President has been contacted numerous times regarding submitting a statement but has not responded. What can be done ..read more

This question is submitted by Arthur C. out of California   For years decks and stairs were neglected. Most of the original owners are now landlords. I bought it 6 years ago, unaware of the problem. It was not disclosed to me. Now they want thousands from every owner to repair things. What can I do ..read more

This question is submitted by Jeffrey I. out of Minnesota   I own a condo in an 8-plex building. I noticed the city condemned my neighbor's unit below me as it says the structure is unfit for occupancy.  The management changed the locks so the owner can't gain access and I've heard it's a hoarder/plumbing issue. Will the owner be able to make the proper repairs, or will the unit go up for sale?  If it does go up for sale and there is no loan on it, would the HOA take over the unit or would the owner have a chance to sell it ..read more

This question is submitted by Donna S. out of New Jersey   I live in a NJ Condo. The School Board established a school bus stop inside our complex, which also borders an apartment complex. This is private property. My question is about liability if a child were injured while at the bus stop ..read more