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Condo Reserve Funds Explained: Fees, Funding & Special Assessments | #WeSpeakCondo
Discover how condo reserve funds protect condominium corporations from unexpected costs. Nicholas speaks with Romina Facchini of Statis Inc. about reserve fund studies, funding plans, major repairs, contribution increases, construction inflation, and why keeping condo fees artificially low can lead to loans, special assessments, and significant financial challenges for condo owners.

City Sites Property Management
Jul 102 min read


GTA Condo Market Explained: Buying, Selling & Renting in 2026 | #WeSpeakCondo
Discover what buyers and sellers need to know about the 2026 GTA condo market, including pricing strategies, financing, status certificates, maintenance fees, and the pros and cons of resale versus pre-construction condos.

City Sites Property Management
Jun 272 min read


The Future of Condo Management: AI, Vendor Risk & Innovation | #WeSpeakCondo
Explore how technology, AI, and smarter vendor management are helping condo communities operate more efficiently and reduce risk.

City Sites Property Management
Jun 112 min read


Condo Garage Repairs Explained: Cracks, Leaks, Ramps & Costly Mistakes | #WeSpeakCondo Podcast
Condo parking garages are one of the most expensive and overlooked parts of a building. In this episode of #WeSpeakCondo, Tyson Noce of Novi Engineering explains common garage problems, restoration strategies, and preventative maintenance practices that can help condo corporations avoid costly repairs.

City Sites Property Management
May 292 min read


How Condo Boards Can Avoid Costly Contract Mistakes | #WeSpeakCondo Podcast
In this episode of #WeSpeakCondo, Nicholas speaks with Antoni Casalinuovo from Deo Condominium Law about contracts in condominium corporations. They discuss service agreements, CCDC contracts, change orders, liens, bonding, termination clauses, unionized service providers, and the legal risks condo boards and property managers should understand before signing agreements on behalf of a condominium corporation.

City Sites Property Management
May 152 min read


Ontario Fire Code Changes Condo Boards Need To Know in 2026 | #WeSpeakCondo Podcast
#WeSpeakCondo returns after eight years with a must-listen episode on Ontario’s upcoming Fire Code changes for 2026. Host Nicholas Chirametli speaks with Sam Soltani of The Trace Group about compliance requirements, fire safety responsibilities, and how condo boards can avoid costly risks through proactive planning and expert guidance.

City Sites Property Management
May 42 min read
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