Mastering Co-Ops and Condos: What Every Broker Needs to Know Before Closing

A free live webinar on the contract issues, board approvals, financing red flags, and closing obstacles that can complicate co-op and condominium transactions.

About The Event

Mastering Co-Ops and Condos: What Every Broker Needs to Know Before Closing was held on May 13, 2026. A free live webinar on the contract issues, board approvals, financing red flags, and closing obstacles that can complicate co-op and condominium transactions. The program featured Mahmoud Faisal Elkhatib. This page preserves the event information and announced topics as part of the EV Häs, LLC Attorney at Law past events archive.

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Session Topics

How board approvals can affect the closing timeline.
Contract issues that deserve attention in co-op and condo deals.
Red flags that can disrupt financing.
The connection between transaction documents and closing dates.
Recognizing potential deal problems before they derail a closing.

The co-op and condo deal killers

Marketed as “The Co-op & Condo Deal Killers,” this webinar examined the hidden transaction issues that can turn an apparently straightforward sale into a difficult closing. The program focused on the details brokers need to notice before a deal loses momentum.

How board approvals can affect the closing timeline.

Audience: Real estate brokers working with cooperative and condominium transactions.

Board approvals and timing

Board approvals were a central theme of the announced program. The session connected the approval process with the wider transaction timeline and the need for brokers to understand which steps can affect their clients’ plans.

Financing and contract red flags

The connection between transaction documents and closing dates.

The presentation also focused on contract terms and warning signs that can affect financing or closing dates. Its practical emphasis was recognizing concerns early and understanding the attorney’s perspective on potential obstacles.

Speakers and event details

Featured speakers: Mahmoud Faisal Elkhatib.

May 13, 2026 • 2:00 PM CT • Live on Zoom

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Location

Live on Zoom

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When was this event held?

May 13, 2026, 2:00 PM CT.

Who was the program designed for?

Real estate brokers working with cooperative and condominium transactions.

What was the focus of the event?

A free live webinar on the contract issues, board approvals, financing red flags, and closing obstacles that can complicate co-op and condominium transactions.

Who were the featured speakers?

Mahmoud Faisal Elkhatib.

Where did the event take place?

Live on Zoom

Can I still register or ask about future events?

Registration for this past event is closed. Visit the Events & Workshops page for current listings or contact EV Häs, LLC Attorney at Law about future sessions.

Featured Speakers:

Mahmoud Faisal Elkhatib

The Bow Tie Attorney

Mahmoud Faisal Elkhatib, “The Bow Tie Attorney,” is a Chicago real estate lawyer with 12+ years of experience. Former chemist and broker, he now advises on foreclosure, real estate, and corporate law while serving housing-focused nonprofits.

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