Why Condo Life is Fun! (and when)
“The secret to success is getting what you want. [The secret to] happiness is wanting what you get.”
Dale Carnegie
Check out my Podcast on “Condo Living”
The Pros of living in a Condo!
- Socialization with neighbors
- Possible walkability to restaurants
- Not responsible for things like landscaping, pool maintenance, outside storm issues
The Cons of living in a Condo!
- Pesky neighbors
- No private yard
- HOA Fees that may increase or have assessments due to underfunding or under accounted for expenses
What makes an awesome Condo!
- Concrete or sound proofing walls, floors, and ceilings
- Lot’s of areas for gatherings, BBQ Grills, Outdoor Patio’s, Pool & Spa, Indoor Clubhouse, walking paths, dog runs, and rooftop entertaining. (Think options!)
- An HOA that is financially sound and well run and financials that seem strong. A steady increase in HOA dues and not a jump. Surprisingly, those HOA’s that charge a fee when there is a sale and those funds go into the improvement of the building, are also a good sign.
- Walk-ability to whatever you love! If you love baseball then maybe a Condo that is right next to the Diamondbacks Stadium is for you. If you like Shopping then a Condo next Scottsdale Fashion Square may be your ideal condo. Or maybe you are a Capital Grille fanatic (like me) there is a condo within walking distance of there, too!