Board Interview Tips

A board interview can be one of the most stressful days of your adult life. After all, this is to purchase your new home and possibly your place of residence for the next 10-20 years.

If this is your first co-op purchase, then the words “Board Interview” might be foreign and daunting. Here at BARAK, we would like to help facilitate the process and offer valuable advice as you head into your board interview.

#1 – Dress to Impress – While this may go without saying, treat this like any other job interview. For men, wear a suit and tie; and for women dress in business attire with minimal jewelry.

#2 – Prepare for Personal Questions – Since this is from the building, they want to know you’ll be a good neighbor. Handle the questions without acting defensive.

#3 – Don’t Ask Questions – Remember this is your interview, not theirs. Especially leave out questions if they pertain to issues that should have been discussed prior to the interview, such as building financials. If the board gives you the opportunity to ask questions, make it some “feel good” questions such as: “What’s a good Italian restaurant in the area?”

#4 – Enjoy It – Lastly, be relaxed and confident. Approach it this way and it will feel more genuine and the board will know that you are a great fit for the building.

We’ll see you home.