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Condo Special Assessments Explained for Buyers and Sellers

Condo special assessment concept with condo building, assessment folder, and calculator.

A condo special assessment can turn an affordable-looking property into a much more expensive purchase. Unlike regular monthly or quarterly condo fees, a special assessment is an additional charge that an association may levy for a specific expense. It may be used for major repairs, insurance shortfalls, litigation, emergency work or capital projects that are … Read more