1. Managers Report on Sinkholes
May 29, 2013
In addition to the normal problems a property manager deals with, sinkholes have become an increasing burden on an already full plate. Put a proactive game plan for dealing with a sinkhole project in place and you'll be ready when you need it. This way you can let the association know what the addit...
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2. Insurance Matters
May 28, 2013
For many associations, insurance expenses total to as much as 35% of their overall budget. For an expense of this size it is imperative that all parties work together to secure the association residents the very best coverage at the best price, every year.
We, as association insura...
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3. That Doesn't Make Much Cents
May 17, 2013
Florida has suffered through a serious real estate recession in the last 6-years. Some neighborhood delinquency rates on association maintenance fees have more than tripled. When that happens, the homeowners (the payers) that do pay, have to pay more for the homeowners that don't pay (the non-payers...
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4. Internal Accounting Procedures and Separation of Duties
May 17, 2013
We wanted to take this opportunity to insure you that at Condominium Associates there are many procedures and separation of duties to safeguard against embezzling of funds from occurring. We have 17 years of association management experience with 3 CPA's on staff. We have three offices located in Hi...
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5. Sinkholes
May 17, 2013
The sight strikes terror in a person's heart – especially if your unit is nearby.
However, in our experience, 95% of the time sinkholes are manmade – not "natural".
Let me explain. A natural sinkhole is caused by a void underground that suddenly opens. Most of us live overtop of lime...
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6. Re-Paint Process
April 29, 2013
Is it time to Re-Paint?
What is the best way to determine the proper time to paint and who should be consulted to provide the answers? Many things must be considered, however let’s start with the current condition of the building. There are many professionals who can offer the correct an...
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7. Safeguard your funds!
April 29, 2013
Condominium Associates takes your financial safety seriously. Our goal is to give you peace of mind. You can feel secure knowing that you are in good hands and that we have multiple procedures and separation of duties that will safeguard your organization against any attempts at embezzlement of fund...
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8. Benefits of an Access Control and CCTV System
April 26, 2013
There are many benefits to having an Access Control system. Below I will identify what I feel are the most important benefits for a condominium or homeowners association. - Increased security – By eliminating untraceable keys or non programmable access...
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9. Violations
April 25, 2013
Violations within your association can be the most frustrating problem for Boards of Directors. Here at Condominium Associates, we pride ourselves on having the most effective violation system primed to serve our clients. Our methods for finding, tracking and following up, set us apart from our comp...
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10. BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill
April 11, 2013
The BP Deep Water Horizon Oil Spill was financially devastating for the entire Gulf Coast in 2010. Thousands of potential visitors to the Florida Coasts cancelled or revised planned trips to the area due to fear of oil impact on the Florida beaches. Many owners of condominium rental properties lost ...
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Author: Craig Caldwell
