Author: Mike Trumble
Living in a Condominium in Maine A Guide to Owners, Boards, Management & Understanding How Condominium Communities Operate Condominium living offers convenience, shared maintenance responsibilities, and community oversight — but it also comes with shared governance, budgets, rules, and responsibilities. Purchasing a condominium in Maine can offer many benefits, including reduced exterior maintenance, shared amenities,…
READ ARTICLECompare Management Options Looking at Other Maine Property Management Companies? Many boards and owners compare Foreside with larger management companies, condo-focused firms, and smaller local managers. The difference is that Foreside combines full-service capacity, financial oversight, association experience, and responsive communication in one management partner. Considering a Larger Management Company? Large firms may offer scale,…
READ ARTICLECould Maine Condominium Laws Change? What Condo Boards Should Watch in 2026 Condominium associations across Maine are facing a changing landscape. While Maine has not adopted sweeping new condominium regulations in recent years, national lending changes, growing expectations around reserves and transparency, and discussions about modernizing association laws suggest condominium boards may need to prepare…
READ ARTICLEYour Guide to Lease Rules in Maine Important information every tenant should know to protect your home, your rights, and your peace of mind. Understanding Your Lease Your lease is a legal agreement between you and your housing provider. Following it helps you avoid issues, protect your deposit, and maintain stable housing. Pay rent on…
READ ARTICLEApartment Noise Issues: What Is Reasonable and What Is Not? Noise is one of the most common concerns in apartment living. Because residents often share walls, ceilings, floors, and hallways, some level of sound is normal. Understanding the difference between everyday living noise and a true disturbance can help prevent unnecessary conflict. Reasonable Apartment Noise…
READ ARTICLEWhen Should You Contact Property Management About a Neighbor? Property management plays an important role in apartment communities, but management is not intended to referee every personal disagreement between residents. Knowing when to contact management helps ensure serious issues are handled appropriately while avoiding unnecessary escalation. Contact Management for Property or Lease Issues Repeated noise…
READ ARTICLEApartment Parking Conflicts: How to Handle Them Without Escalation Parking can be a common source of frustration in apartment communities. Whether parking is assigned, first-come first-served, or limited, residents should follow posted rules and respect others. Know the Parking Rules Every property may have different parking expectations. Residents should review their lease, resident handbook, or…
READ ARTICLEPet Etiquette in Apartments: How to Be a Good Neighbor Pets can be a wonderful part of apartment living, but pet owners have an added responsibility to make sure their pets do not negatively impact neighbors or the property. Follow the Pet Policy Residents should always follow the property’s pet policy, including approval requirements, breed…
READ ARTICLEHow to Get Along with Your Neighbors in Apartment Living Apartment living comes with convenience, flexibility, and community. It also means sharing walls, hallways, parking areas, laundry rooms, and outdoor spaces with other people. Most residents want the same thing: a peaceful, comfortable place to live. The key is understanding that successful apartment living requires…
READ ARTICLEWhat to Do If You Do Not Get Along With Your Apartment Neighbor Not every neighbor relationship will be friendly. In apartment living, different personalities, schedules, and lifestyles exist close together. That can sometimes create tension. You Do Not Have to Be Friends A successful apartment community does not require every resident to socialize or…
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