{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"RAEdio Podcast","title":"Condo Series: Part 1 - Understanding Condominiums / Michael Gibson / Miller Thomson LLP","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/5a4e5fcf\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1605,"description":"Condominiums offer an accessible path to homeownership, but buying one means joining a shared ownership structure with its own finances, rules, and responsibilities. In the first episode of this three-part condo series, host Mark sits down with Michael Gibson, Partner at Miller Thomson LLP and a specialist in real estate and condominium law, to explain what condo ownership means in Alberta, and what buyers should understand before purchasing.\nThis episode provides general information and should not be considered legal, financial or insurance advice. Consult an appropriate professional about your circumstances.\nKey Topics\nWhat is a condominium and how does it differ from owning a house\nHistory of condos in Canada and Edmonton's role\nLegal structure of condos and the condominium corporation\nOwnership rights and responsibilities of condo owners\nRole and responsibilities of the condo board\nFinancial aspects: condo fees, reserve funds, and special assessments\nLegal risks and insurance considerations in condo ownership\nImportant documents: condo bylaws, estoppel certificates, and disclosures\nWebsite: \nMiller Thomson LLP\nGuest Links: \nLinkedIn","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/xQxTmZD7tPJobYw1bl37Ymq03H4lFcPBK2KA8aABjmM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iMmFi/ZmJjNjVhZGJiYTk5/MTc3ZDdhMDFiMGJl/YjZkMi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}