Can a Housing Society Committee Be Penalised for Not Providing Audited Balance Sheets to a Member?
Transparency and accountability are core principles in the functioning of cooperative housing societies. Members have…
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Who Should Sign Share Certificates in a Housing Society?
In cooperative housing societies, share certificates are a key legal document that confirms the ownership…
Benefits of Joint Ownership in Property: Tax, Loan, Legal & Practical Gains
Buying a property, especially in a high-value market like Mumbai, is often a major financial…
Can Housing Society Issue Consolidated Bills Without Break up of Maintenance Charges
One common grievance among members of cooperative housing societies is the lack of transparency in…
Can the Secretary and Chairman Resign at the Same Time in a Housing Society?
In a cooperative housing society, situations may arise where the Secretary and the Chairman wish…
Election of Board Members in a Condominium: Can Authority Letters Override Bye-Laws?
In Maharashtra, condominiums are governed by the Maharashtra Apartment Ownership Act, 1970 (MAOA). Unlike cooperative…
Who Is Liable for Unpaid Electricity Dues After Buying a Property in a Bank Auction?
When a property is purchased through a bank auction, especially under SARFAESI or DRT proceedings,…
Do All Members Need to Sign a Redevelopment Agreement?
The process of redeveloping a housing society is a significant undertaking, often fraught with questions…
Associate Member in Housing Society – Rights, Voting & Legal Status as per MCS Act
With the 2019 amendment to the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies (MCS) Act, the concept and role…
Appointing a Society Manager Through Housing Federation: What You Need to Know
If your housing society is looking to appoint a trained and qualified manager to handle…