Insights from local experts and executives The Region this issue: [46] Massachusetts [48] Maine [50] New Hampshire [52] Rhode Island [54] Vermont MASSACHUSETTS Running Successful Meetings Tips, Tricks, Common Questions and Issues [by Matthew W. Gaines, Esq.] They are a necessity for every condominium-board meetings and unit owner meetings. While most meetings are hopefully uneventful, unfortunately that is not always the case. Most issues and questions our firm receives regarding board and unit owner meetings are not unique and may be experienced in all condominiums regardless of size or location. Here are some of the most common questions we receive 46 CONDOMEDIA November 2019 as well as some helpful tips for running successful board and unit owner meetings. REVIEW THE CONDOMINIUM DOCUMENTS A quick review of the condominium documents before a board or unit owner meeting can often spare you major headaches and issues down the road. Failure to follow pre-meeting requirements can have consequences, particularly when there is a group of unit owners looking for any opportunity to challenge an action taken at a meeting. When reviewing the documents prior to a board or unit owner meeting, pay attention to notice requirements. How many days in advance must the members of the board be notified of a board meeting? How many days in advance must unit owners be notified of the annual meeting