MANAGEMENT OF THE COMMON RESERVE FUND
❓ Identified Question
"What are the rules for managing the common reserve fund in banking terms?"
🎯 Direct Answer
As a rule, it is not mandatory to have a term deposit account for the common reserve fund, but clear accounting of the amounts is required.
Official Documentation
📋 Context & Applicability
As a rule, the accounting must be clear and distinguished between the common reserve fund and current management.
The common reserve fund must generally be funded with 10% of the annual contributions, as stipulated in the Civil Code.
- Maintaining a separate account is recommended but not mandatory.
- The accounting must reflect the expenses and revenues of the common reserve fund.
✅ Technical Checklist
- Verify if there is a separate account for the common reserve fund.
- Ensure that the 10% contributions are being correctly accounted for.
💡 Practical Example
Scenario: The total condominium fees are €1000 and there was an expense of €50 for window replacement.
Calculation: CRF = 10% of €1000 = €100; accumulated CRF = €100 - €50 = €50.
Result: The CRF accumulated €50 after the expense.
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