Condo Shopping: Does My Agent Warn Me About HOA Red Flags?

Many of today’s buyers want condos. They’re compact and low-maintenance. Condos are cheaper, typically, than standalone homes. Still, it’s entirely possible to make a costly mistake by missing condo warning signs.

Sometimes, a real estate agent notices things the buyer won’t. A good agent becomes that extra pair of eyes, extra ears and nose…

Alert real estate agents save buyers money in the long run. Know what they look for. You’ll be better prepared to protect your best interests — long after the deed is yours.

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If I Buy a Condo or Co-op, Do I Have to Interact With the Other Unit Owners?

Thinking of buying a unit at a condo or co-op? These options tend to be more affordable than freestanding houses. In some areas, they’re the ordinary person’s answer to the challenges of today’s real estate market.

As a unit owner, you’re part of a homeowners’ association (HOA) or co-operative. Both have boards that run the properties. Condo owners often want a say in property management, while co-op owners value this voice in decision-making. So, as to the decision-making process that keeps a property running, you’ll likely want to show up, and interact.

You might like to go to social events and befriend your neighbors, too — but you don’t have to. The decision’s yours. So, before you buy into multi-unit living, you might wonder about just how social the owners are where you’re planning to live.

Read on for some frequently asked questions about living in a multi-unit community.

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