本文发表在 rolia.net 枫下论坛I have both a condo and a single house.
Yes, condo is really not a good investment from long term perspective, however condo is really nice for people who prefer convenience for various reasons.
As for condo fees, please keep in mind that condo fees include at least the building insurance and monitoring fee besides the maintenance fee (and emergency fund as well). Other than this, most condo fees include hot water and some even include gas fee.
My current condo has a condo fee about $300+/mth, but in my calculation, if I should pay the insurance (including earthquake insurance, which is expensive) / monitoring fee and hot water, I need to pay about $200/month, For the remaining $100/mth, I have the privilege to access a well-equipped exercise room, and I know I do not need to worry about whether I need to replace my roof or whether I need to clean the snow in winter and mow the grass in summer etc etc.
I know lots of seniors preferring condos and they are actively engaged in the condo board to ensure the condo fees are well spent.
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Yes, condo is really not a good investment from long term perspective, however condo is really nice for people who prefer convenience for various reasons.
As for condo fees, please keep in mind that condo fees include at least the building insurance and monitoring fee besides the maintenance fee (and emergency fund as well). Other than this, most condo fees include hot water and some even include gas fee.
My current condo has a condo fee about $300+/mth, but in my calculation, if I should pay the insurance (including earthquake insurance, which is expensive) / monitoring fee and hot water, I need to pay about $200/month, For the remaining $100/mth, I have the privilege to access a well-equipped exercise room, and I know I do not need to worry about whether I need to replace my roof or whether I need to clean the snow in winter and mow the grass in summer etc etc.
I know lots of seniors preferring condos and they are actively engaged in the condo board to ensure the condo fees are well spent.
Just my 2 cents更多精彩文章及讨论,请光临枫下论坛 rolia.net