Catalyst Condo Blogs

Board Bully Tearing Your Condo Apart?

Board Bully Tearing Your Condo Apart?

We’ve all been around them – the one person who needs to be heard, who always has an opinion and likes to make sure everyone knows it. But what if this person is doing more damage than good to the overall effectiveness of your condo board?

Why LEED Condo Buildings are of Great Benefit

Why LEED Condo Buildings are of Great Benefit

What condo building in their right mind would spend $1000 on energy efficient light bulbs? Well, those interested in short term pain for long-term sustainable gain. Over the past number of years, “energy efficient” has made its way into everyday conversation.

What Are the Challenges in Renovating a Condo Unit?

What Are the Challenges in Renovating a Condo Unit?

Condo renovation is unlike renovating most other properties. Renovating a new condo is also different from revamping an old condo. If you are considering condominium renovation, you should be aware of the rules governing renovations in the building.

Revolving door to your condo building?

Revolving door to your condo building?

How Airbnb and short term leasing affects your condo living Your condo unit is your home, so you should be able to do whatever you want with it (that’s legal, of course), right? Not so fast. Part of the role of your condo board is to ensure the security

Adjusting to a shared living space in a multi-person living complex…

Adjusting to a shared living space in a multi-person living complex…

Shared living space dynamics can take some getting used to, especially when it comes to noise, boundaries, and privacy. Without wanting to kill your neighbours You’ve leapt and sold your home in favour of downsizing to a smaller space. But what do you do when you no longer have neighbours just beside you, but above […]

Is Your Condo Management Company Putting You at Risk?

Is Your Condo Management Company Putting You at Risk?

Why your condo corporation needs a registered business number Did you know that your condominium is more than a residence? In reality, your condo is a corporation, similar to that of a non-profit. Yep, that’s right, you’re living in a corporation!

Thinking of Joining Your Condo Board?

Thinking of Joining Your Condo Board?

Condo board member duties are essential to understand if this is the year you’re joining your Condo Board to become more involved with your condo community. Before you sign up, make sure you understand the realities of what being an effective

Importance of Code of Ethics for Condo Board Members

Importance of Code of Ethics for Condo Board Members

When it comes to condo management, it is always recommended to set a code of ethics for the board members. They are required to act in an honest manner and in good faith. As a board member you should act in the best interests of the association.