Tragedy on the CommonsMurder and other violence can strike even the most secure community. Associations need to think through how to handle the fallout of a serious incident and consider what can be done to prevent further violence. Cut LooseIf your community is more trouble than it's worth, don't expect management to stick around. Shape up or get shipped out. Dream OnWho says assessment increases aren't possible in this economy? Learn how Sunriver Owners Association in central Oregon convinced its members to fund reserves and build a sparkling recreational mecca. Let's Make a DealYears of plummeting prices, abundant supply and tight credit are prompting developers to sell distressed condominium units in bulk to investors. It's too soon to tell whether these deals are good for associations. Ask the ExpertsIs it legal for a resident to place a hidden camera in a common area? |