Yes, you can sell a condo while the association is considering a special assessment. However, you should investigate the proposed project and the association’s finances before listing. Even if an assessment has not been formally approved, the issue may affect the asking price, negotiations with the buyer and your expected proceeds at closing. A Special Assessment Does Not Have to Be Final to Affect the Sale Condo owners sometimes assume that a potential assessment does not matter until the board takes a formal vote and establishes the amount. In practice, the problem can affect a sale much earlier. The association may already be: Collecting bids for a new roof Reviewing…


