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How to Property Plan and Fund Large Scale Capital Projects. A Primer for Condo Association Board Members

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Fund Large Scale Capital Projects.   Proper planning and funding capital projects for condo association communities is crucial for maintaining property value and ensuring an enjoyable community living experience for the homeowners. Here are some of the best practices and approaches: 1. Reserve Studies: o Consider hiring a company that specializes in reserve studies. These […]

Top 10 Portfolio Condo Management Companies in Chicago

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Who are the best portfolio condo management companies in Chicago? It’s a question I have often pondered and thousands of board members around Chicago have thought about as well.  In order to answer that properly, the following questions  need to be asked and answered first: RESPONSE TIMES – What level of service are you looking […]

Condoboss TOP 10: The HIGH Cost of Cheap Condo Management

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About the author:  Salvatore J. Sciacca aka “Condoboss” is the President and Founder of Chicago Property Services and is the nation’s foremost expert on community association matters. Salvatore’s contact information is: ssciacca@chicagopropertyservices and 312-455-0107 x102 MORE LIVING. LESS WORRYING.  www.chicagopropertyservices.com I get it.  Board of directors are looking for ways to cut costs especially in times […]

ACTHA Presents: “Administration of an Association,” 7 – 9 p.m., Tahoe Village Clubhouse, Presented by Salvatore J. Sciacca of Chicago Property Services

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Attention all Homeowners of IL Community associations!  Are you a homeowner looking to serve on the board?  Are you looking to serve your community more effectively?  Are you a board member looking to become more effective and improve how you serve your community? ACTHA has introduced a series of seminars that are designed just for […]

Condo Lifestyle’s Annual State of the Industry Event, Thursday, Dec. 12th at the Chicago Cultural Center

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Attention all Chicago area board members, homeowners and vendors who are serving the community property management industry! This Thursday, December 12th, the CondoLifestyle division of MCD Media is hosting the 2013 State of the Industry event at the Chicago Cultural Center.  This annual event is designed to provide the latest updates on the community association […]

Associations seeking ways to accommodate renters: Sciacca contributes to another Tribune Article

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Associations seeking ways to accommodate renters: Sciacca contributes to another Tribune Article Reposted article from the Chicago Tribune   Pamela Dittmer McKuenCommunity LivingNovember 15, 2013 The sentiment toward renters in community associations sways like a pendulum. During the construction boom of the 1990s, developers levied few restrictions so as not to deter prospective buyers. They […]

Don’t FLUSH your association’s money down the toilet!

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As a board member and homeowner of a condo, townhome, or HOA community, it is critical that you hire a highly skilled and accountable management company.   Hiring the WRONG community property management company can adversely impact your association in many ways. Leaks, floods, overspending on projects are just some of the issues that may result […]

Chicago Property Services is Now on Pinterest

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Did you know that CPS is now on Pinterest? It is a really cool social media tool that allows people to share their interests pictorially and it is a great way for companies to share about their company in a story board type of format. Feel free to check us out. Here is the link: CPS […]

Are you looking to rent out your condo? Here is what you need to know as a landlord

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Renting your condo?  Be a good Landlord What are the do’s and don’ts when renting out your condo or townhome? As a homeowner, you are still just as responsible for your tenant’s behavior and actions as you would be if you were still  within the community association.   I am pleased to publish this article […]