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A Town on the Edge

Stopping Sprawl, Growing Greener

Money Makes the Board Go Round

Reconciling Your Condominium's Maintenance Budget

Who Makes the Cut in New Jersey's Co-ops?

When, How, and Why

Not in the Garden State

Changing Your Condominium's Tax Filing Status Can Net Savings

Collecting 'Arrears' its Ugly Head

Budgeting for New Jersey's Citizens

Look Out for Predatory Lending

Surviving Tough Financial Times

It's Budget Time

Catching Financial Irregularities

Mortgage Products

The Tough Job of Collecting Arrears

Large Associations Face Sales Tax Audits

Reverse Mortgages

Making Special Assessments Easier to Swallow

Surviving Financial Storms

Financial Planning

Getting a Return on Your Investment

Preventive Legal Maintenance

A Closer Look at Capital Reserve Studies

Warranties for Capital Improvements

Deciphering Your HOA's Finances

Cutting Budget Waste

Making the Case for Reserve Studies

New Jersey's Property Tax Reform Process

Transfer Fees or Resale Contributions

Money-Making Opportunities for HOAs

Court Upholds Case Against Cape May Condo

Board Financial Planning

How Much Co-op or Condo Can You Afford?

Borrowing Smart

Making Association Budgets Work for You

Raising Maintenance Fees

How Do Your HOA Expenses Compare?

Management

The Role of Your Property Manager

A 13 Point Plan for Successful Transition

A Look at IREM's Educational Programs

Wentworth Property Management

A Look at Access Management

A Look Inside Monticello Management

Management Matters

Suburban Storage Options

Skills for Effective Property Management

Gaining Access to Important Documents

Considering a New Management Company

Accrediting Property Managers in New Jersey

Real Life Experiences of Property Managers

Managing Alterations and Renovations

Licensing for Professionals

A Day in the Life of a Manager

Tips for Seamless Management Transition

Figuring Management Fees

Managing for Recreation

Maintenance

The Sounds of Silence

How to Minimize the Chaos

Dealing with New Building Construction Woes

True Life Stories of Residential Breakdowns

Chute, Vent and Duct Cleaning

Restoring Buildings After Emergencies

Managing Laundry Contracts

Taking Care of Fireplaces and Chimneys

Preparing HOAs for Winter Weather

Stocking Your Association's Supply Closets

Considering a Utility Audit?

A Look at Building Anatomy

Considering Snow-Melting Technology

A Look at Window Repair and Replacement

Fall and Winter Groundskeeping Strategies

A Look Inside Your Air Conditioning System

The Seasonal Maintenance Checklist

Resident vs. HOA Responsibility

Basic Answers to Maintenance Questions

Care & Maintenance of Roof Systems

Maintaining and Repairing Your Paved Surfaces

Window Repair and Replacement

Advice for Fencing, Decking, and Siding

Up on the Rooftop

Brightening Up Suburban Landscapes

Repainting and Power Washing

Maintaining Roof Drainage Systems

Transferring Control in Association Developments

Hiring Contractors

Construction Safety Laws and Procedures

Siding, Brick and Wood

Crystal Clear Solutions for Pool Maintenance

A Look at Leaks

Understanding OSHA

Fully Operational Operating Systems

Minimizing Construction and Maintenance Disturbances

Leak Lessons: A True Story

Updating Your HOA's Look

Surface Maintenance in HOAs

Home Staging Can Add Value

Window Replacement

Getting to the Root of the Problem

Maintaining Fences, Decks & Siding

Top Questions to Ask Your Lawn Care Professional

Board Operations

The Down-Low on D&O

Solar Powering Your Building

A Helping Hand for HOAs

Maintaining Communication with Residents

Rambo at the Reigns

Knowing Your Governing Documents

Diffusing Disagreements

The Benefits of Being on a Board

Board Resource Guide: Better Meetings = Better HOAs

Board Resource Guide: Being on a Board is a Thankless Task

Board Resource Guide: Co-op and Condo Board Etiquette

Board Resource Guide: How Are Board Members Trained?

The Impact of Contractor Liability

A Look at Municipal Reimbursement

Associations' Top Complaints

Owners' Rights vs. Condo Rules

Tips for Smooth, Productive Meetings

Controlling Nuisance Animals

The Value of Loss Assessment Coverage

Architecture and Design Committees

Emergency Training for your HOA Staff

Home Inspectors and Home Inspections

HOAs Can Proudly Wave Old Glory

Negotiating with Vendors

Board Management Jurisdiction

Being an Effective Board President

Avoiding Common Board Mistakes

Secrets of Successful HOA Boards

Listening to Residents Helps Everyone

The Role of Your HOA Accountant

Getting on Your Co-op or Condo Board

How to Run a Successful Board Meeting

Examining Assessments and Increases

Association Rules vs. Aesthetics

Improving the Professional Relationship

So, You've Been Sued...

Alternative Legal Resources

Black Bears and New Jersey's HOAs

Securing Your Home While You're Away

Owners' Rights/Financial Disclosure

Fuel Billing Options for HOAs

Vendor Relations

Attracting and Keeping New Board Members

Boards, Management, and Term Limits in HOAs

The Most Common Directors' & Officers' Claims

The Ups and Downs of Board Presidency

The Treasurer/Accountant/Manager Relationship

New Jersey Admissions Policies

Dealing with HOA Noise Complaints

Organizing HOA Committees

Parking Spots Worth the Investment for HOAs

Dealing With Objectionable Residents

Managing Alterations and Renovations

Winter Worries

Adventures in Management

Security

The Latest in Energy-Efficient Heating Products

Big Brother is Watching

Dealing with Fires in Multifamily Buildings

Caring for At-Risk Residents

Fire Safety for Your Building's Employees

What to Keep in Mind

Fencing Options for Suburban Developments

Hiring the Right People

Fire Safety in Homeowner Associations

The Power of a Neighborhood Watch

Suburban Security

The Red Cross of New Jersey

Emergency Training for your HOA Staff

Miminizing Ice and Snow Damage

Reducing the Risk of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Safety and Training for HOA Staff

Emergency Management in New Jersey

Security in High-rises and HOAs

Addressing the Question of Subletting

Hiring Security for Your HOA

Preventing Crime in Your HOA

Technology + Personnel = Maximum Security

Insurance

Understanding Insurance Claims

New Developments in the Insurance Industry

When HOA Insurers Don't Renew

HOA Insurance Case Studies

Understanding Risk Purchasing Groups

The Ins and Outs of HOA Policies

General Contractors and Insurance

The Value of Directors and Officers Insurance

Avoiding Mold Litigation

Insurance Upgrades

Protecting Your Valuable Amenities

Specialty Insurance

Homeowners vs. Association Insurance

The Importance of D&O Coverage

Finding the Right D&O Insurance

The Role of the Public Adjuster

A Policy's Progress

Understanding Insurance

An Insurance Primer

Dealing with Higher Insurance Premiums

Law & Legislation

Is Your Association Prepared?

Governor Corzine's 2009 Budget Proposal

The New Jersey Cooperator's Condo, HOA & Co-op Expo

Are Condo Boards Adopting Stricter Rules?

Protecting Workers, Preventing Injuries

What Happens when a Board Abuses its Power?

A Look at What's On Deck in Trenton

Pet Rules and Regulations

NHWA and Construction Defects Litigation

Pet Rules and Restrictions

Building Bylaws

Talking Points in Trenton

General Legal Counsel

Transferring Power from Developer to Board

Satellite Dish Antennas

Adhering to the Playground Code

Playing By the House Rules

Using Mediation Before Litigation

The Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act

A Look Inside New Jersey's Legislature

Settling HOA Maintenance Disputes

Tax Reform Efforts in New Jersey

Governor Corzine's First Year in Trenton

Legislative Update in Trenton

Legal Nightmares

HOAs Must Review Members' Speech Limitations

Common Lawsuits in HOAs

UCIOA, Micheve & Twin Rivers

Breach of Fiduciary Duty

Budgeting for Legal Costs

New Political Leadership in Trenton

Post-Litigation Solutions to Community Problems

Liability in Co-ops vs. Condos

A Ruling on Affordable Housing

Design

A Kitchen Fit for A King

Neighborhoods

Bergen County's Parkland

Morristown

New Brunswick

Trenton

A Profile of Montclair, New Jersey

The City of Passaic, New Jersey

A Look at Fort Lee

Edison

Chatham, New Jersey

The Resurgence of Jersey City

A Look at Elizabeth, New Jersey

A Look at Paterson

New-and-Improved Newark

Rustic Serenity at Bald Eagle Village

Greenbriar at Whittingham

A Good Look at Hoboken

Hackensack

An Overview of Union City

Picturing a New Future for Fort Lee

A Look at Phillipsburg

Franklin Township

High Society in Newark

Visiting Cherry Hill

A Look at Monroe Township

Organizations

The Board of Public Utilities

New Jersey's Common-Interest Homeowners Coalition

CAI-NJ

The New Jersey Association of Realtors

A Look Inside Arthur Edwards Inc.

The Red Cross of New Jersey

IREM-NJ

A Look at IREM's Educational Programs

Wentworth Property Management

A Look at Access Management

Passing Inspection

New Jersey's DCA

A Look Inside the ABC-NJ

The Cooperator's 18th Co-op & Condo Expo

A Profile of the Professional Landcare Network

The New Jersey State Bar Association

2007 Co-op & Condo Expo Exceeds Expectations

A Look Inside Wilkin Managment Group

The New Jersey Nursery & Landscape Association

Behind Buckley Management

A Look at the AIA-NJ

The New Jersey Society of CPAs

The New Jersey Department of Banking & Insurance

The New Jersey Apartment Association

A Look Inside the NCPC

Profiling the Building Stone Institute

The National Arbor Day Foundation

The National Recreation and Park Association

Real Estate Trends

Deluxe Amenities

New Jersey Market Review & Forecast

Women Professionals in Real Estate

Women Homeowners on the Rise

Buying & Selling

How Home Staging Can Help Sell Your Home

A Look at the New Jersey Housing Market

Communications

Doing Board Business via E-mail

HOA Communication Tools for the 21st Century

Protecting Your HOA from Identity Theft

Instant Access

HOAs and High-Tech Wizardry

Wireless Internet

How Does Your Board Measure Up?

Bringing Computer-Phobic Residents Online

Hot Amenities for 2006 and Beyond

Using Technology to Get Organized

21st Century Managment Training Methods

Using Technology to Improve Service and Value

Telecommunication Options for HOAs

Landscaping

The Voice of the People

Reaching the Root of the Problem

The New Jersey Cooperator's Inaugural Roundtable

The Importance of Proper Drainage Systems

What Does it Take? What is it Worth?

Calling in the Plant Pros

What Works, What Doesnt?

Does Your Uneven Sidewalk Need Mudjacking?

The Basics of Swimming Pool Maintenance

Get Ready For the Good Weather

Greening Your Lawn

Important Questions to Ask Your Landscaper

Trees Need a Lot of TLC

Give Your Grounds a New Look

Spring Grounds Cleanup

Environmentally Friendly Landscaping

Protecting Your HOA from Poisonous Plants

Repairing Winter Damage to HOA Grounds

Landscape Design is a Group Effort

Good Lawn Care Can Keep You in the Green

Getting to the Root of the Problem

The National Arbor Day Foundation

Maintaining Fences, Decks & Siding

Top Questions to Ask Your Lawn Care Professional

The Value of Landscape Design

A Look at the Art of Landscaping

Protecting Plants from Bugs & Critters

Getting Rid of Nuisance Plants

Recreation

Avoiding Conflicts of Interest

Keeping Your Community Pool in Shape Year-Round

Aging in Place in One's Home

Changing Your Community for the Better

Attend the Premier New Jersey Expo

Fractional Ownership is on the Rise

Life in the XBox Age

Managing HOA Swimming Pools

Maintaining Paved Recreation Surfaces

Establishing Good Community Programming

Keeping Rules Fair and Legal

Maintaining HOA Playgrounds

Safety adn Management of HOA Health Clubs

Running HOA Golf Facilities

Pool Safety, Liability and Management

Managing for Recreation

The National Recreation and Park Association

Building Community Within HOAs

Next-Generation Playground Equipment

The Value of Play Space in HOAs

When Amenities Lose Their Luster

Smart Amenity Management

Associations

The Growth of Active Adult Communities

2008 May

How Property Managers Juggle Multiple Clients

Association Operations

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