Condominiums carry a number of risks, some of which owners and condo boards may not be aware. In examining these risks and the necessity of sound reserve funds to cover future maintenance, the actuarial profession has several insights to offer in this area.
For many Canadians, owning a condo is one of the most significant investments of their lives. However, the longevity of condo infrastructure in Canada is threatened by various risks that require more attention.
With only a few weeks remaining before the implementation of IFRS 17 on January 1, 2023, we revisited the topic with FCIAs and Co-Chairs of the IFRS 17 Steering Committee, Sati MacLean and Les Rehbeli.
Last year, I recorded a podcast episode with Frank Grossman, discussing a research project he completed looking at ethical concerns within the profession. I’ve known Frank for over thirty years, and I don’t think we have ever had a conversation that lasted less than an hour, so I wasn’t surprised when we continued talking for another forty minutes after the recording was completed.
New research by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries reveals that low reserve fund contributions will likely lead to overwhelming annual increases and require lump-sum payments from owners to cover shortfalls, and could potentially lead to the loss of homes, especially in the context of rising interest rates.
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