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Board Issues
You have been elected to the board. (Lucky you) Now what?
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Last post by Yura
in Community association ma...
on May 22, 2010, 06:55:18 PM
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Management Companies
Management companies assist with the running of your association. Who's good? Who's not?
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Last post by VintageManager
in Re: Help! Recommendatio...
on August 16, 2010, 11:49:17 AM
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The Developer
Enough said.... This should be an interesting topic.
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: The turnover from th...
on October 22, 2009, 06:20:43 PM
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Annual Budgets
An accountant's dream! Let's get some help for the rest of us.
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17 Posts
8 Topics
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Last post by mike4
in Expenses related to tran...
on May 19, 2010, 06:58:28 AM
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Taxes
Income & property taxes. We know how you feel, but we can get through it together.
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18 Posts
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: Tax problem???
on July 22, 2009, 09:46:39 AM
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Assessments & Collections
Normal ones, special ones, and how to collect them all.
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37 Posts
13 Topics
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: Association responsi...
on August 03, 2010, 04:08:20 PM
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Insurance
Types of coverage, what companies are best, and how to use it when the time comes.
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19 Posts
9 Topics
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Last post by VintageManager
in Re: what insurance needs...
on August 20, 2010, 07:39:50 AM
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Legal
Questions and advice related to the legal aspects of your association. What legal firms do you suggest? Lawyer jokes allowed!
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14 Topics
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Last post by Sally G
in Noise
on July 07, 2010, 07:25:41 PM
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Governing Documents
Bylaws, rules & regulations, declaration documents and the IL Condo Act. Lot's of information here, but very important to understand.
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11 Posts
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: Rules and regulation...
on July 02, 2009, 08:56:37 AM
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General
What did we miss?
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11 Topics
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Last post by BrookArch
in Re: Building Inspector r...
on January 19, 2010, 11:39:46 AM
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Chicago Neighborhoods (North)
It is written somewhere that location is important in real estate. We should probably review which areas are hot/cold, how areas are changing and where we're seeing new condo development.
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: The Emerald
on May 27, 2009, 07:11:03 PM
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Chicago Neighborhoods (South)
Don't worry, we won't leave out the south side. Tell us what you know.
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Last post by Jeremy
in Re: best south side town...
on August 31, 2009, 12:29:06 PM
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Buyers Agents
When you are looking for your next condo a real estate agent can be invaluable. Who do we like in Chicagoland? Who should change careers?
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Last post by condoeyes
in Re: buying a condo
on November 03, 2009, 07:18:16 PM
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Seller's Agents
A strong agent will help you price your unit appropriately and move it quickly. A poor agent will help you reduce your moving costs.
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For Sale by Owner (FSOB)
We don't need help from any agents to sell our condos. We do, however, need help from our Insiders! What works, what doesn't?
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Market Conditions
Thinking about buying or selling in Chicago? Let's check the pulse of the condo market.
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Last post by anne
in Re: Keep hearing about O...
on March 09, 2009, 01:28:26 PM
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Loan Options & Financing
What type of financing did you use for your home? Lots of options to review. What has worked for our Insiders?
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1 Posts
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Important changes to FHA...
on March 28, 2010, 09:15:14 AM
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Banks & Loan Providers
Who do you suggest using to obtain financing? Banks, mortgage brokers, and others.
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3 Posts
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Last post by PWilson
in Which Condo Associations...
on December 30, 2009, 02:12:51 PM
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Appraisers & Home Inspectors
Insiders: give us what you know about these resources in Chicago!
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General Selling Topics
There are lots of things to consider when selling your condo. What's on your mind?
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Last post by Johnson316
in Re: Chicago: Third Most ...
on March 06, 2009, 11:01:29 PM
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General Buying Topics
You know the drill.
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2 Posts
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: Questions to Ensure ...
on May 27, 2009, 07:11:43 PM
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Leases
Put on your lawyer hat. This is one area we do not want to mess up. Who can guide us in the right direction?
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2 Posts
1 Topics
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Last post by JamesStevens
in Re: Suggestions for leas...
on May 19, 2009, 07:58:36 PM
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Rent & Rent Collection
Charging the right amount so that your unit does not sit vacant can be tricky. Collection strategies are an art. Let's share!
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3 Posts
2 Topics
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: Rents begin to fall ...
on May 27, 2009, 07:14:51 PM
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Security Deposits
Making a mistake in this area can cost you. Chicago has its own set of rules; make sure you are covered.
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Evictions
OUCH! Any long term landlord has been through this process. Chicago has specific rules. Lots to learn here.
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: What can I do if a t...
on May 27, 2009, 07:15:46 PM
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Tenant Placement
Finding a tenant for your rental property can be a challenge. Choosing the wrong tenant can be disastrous. We need the Insiders help.
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5 Posts
2 Topics
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Last post by Andrew
in Re: Best ways of finding...
on August 12, 2009, 11:54:41 AM
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Management Companies & Tenant Finding Services
Management companies can assist in everything from finding tenants to collecting rents. Share your experience.
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General
Let's discuss other aspects of managing our property.
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Last post by 728prince
in Roof Antenea
on June 09, 2009, 11:37:09 AM
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Additions & Remodels
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Architects & Engineers
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Carpentry
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Carpet (Cleaning & Installation)
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Cleaning Services
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Last post by dga2009
in Re: Recommended Cleaning...
on March 13, 2009, 03:20:32 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Concrete, Brick & Stone
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Last post by rae3023
in Re: Recommendation for a...
on October 26, 2009, 01:17:14 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Decorators & Designers
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Decks & Porches
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: deck sealing
on October 27, 2009, 07:52:09 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Driveways, Patios, Walks & Steps
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Drywall & Insulation
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Electrical / Electricians
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: Suggested Vendor
on May 27, 2009, 07:06:09 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Fences
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Flooring
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Last post by rae3023
in Recommendation for wood ...
on October 26, 2009, 01:25:03 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Foundations
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Garages & Doors
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Handyman Services
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Heating & Cooling
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: How to Make your exi...
on May 27, 2009, 07:14:34 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Landscaping, Lawncare, Sprinklers
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Last post by propertycare1
in Re: Need a lawncare comp...
on September 14, 2009, 02:59:17 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Locksmith & Security
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Last post by maggieb
in Recommendation: Keller L...
on October 20, 2009, 12:28:26 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Painting & Staining
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Last post by ChicagoRob
in Re: Great painting compa...
on April 14, 2009, 09:39:51 AM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Pest Control
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4 Posts
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Last post by chgoowner
in Re: Exterminator Recomme...
on August 13, 2009, 01:02:04 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Plumbing
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2 Posts
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Last post by Insider Admin
in Re: Good Plumbers: work ...
on May 27, 2009, 07:14:27 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Roofing & Gutters
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Last post by BrookArch
in Re: roofing problem
on April 04, 2010, 09:10:49 PM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Siding
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Tile & Stone
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Windows & Doors
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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Other
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Last post by ChicagoRob
in Re: Updated Washer & Dry...
on April 14, 2009, 09:43:56 AM
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Child Boards: Need help or advice!
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