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Co-op Cost Cutters: Group Buying Program for Co-ops
A Reminder About Building Condition Assessments
Date
18 May 2023
As your buildings age over time, it’s important to know what will need to be fixed and when. Not to mention how much it will cost.
That’s where a building condition assessment (BCA) report comes in.
What is a Building Condition Assessment?
A BCA is a report prepared by a qualified consultant who
Investing in Longevity: Stonetown Co-op's Capital Repairs Pay Off
Date
10 July 2023
It’s no secret that, like all things, buildings wear down over time and need to get fixed up. But undertaking major repairs isn't just about replacing what's broken; it's an investment in the longevity, functionality and overall appeal of our living spaces.
Whether you’re revamping a tired façade
The Once and Future Sandy Hill Housing Co-operative
Date
4 December 2023
Treasurer Glenn Grignon of Sandy Hill Housing Co-op says the writing is on the wall.
Unlike most Ontario co-ops, which own their own land and buildings, this co-operative was developed on land leased from the University of Ottawa—and all leases have termination dates.
Although Glenn expects the
Q&A on the Model Management Services Agreement
Agency for Co-operative Housing
Tip of the Month
Capital Reserve Balance
61% of Agency clients hold a capital reserve balance of at least $6,000 per unit. By almost doubling the amount from 2007, co-ops are nearly twice as ready to meet their future needs.