September 24, 2020
We wanted to share the attached Senate bill with all homeowners living in condominium associations in the state of Maryland. Please read the entire bill as it does affect the insurance coverage from the Association to your individual unit. If you have any questions about this issue, please reach out to your independent insurance agent… Read more »
September 14, 2020
Some of your dues go toward paying for our community’s insurance needs. Have you ever wondered what kinds of insurance our community association needs? Below is a list of the different types of insurance types available to associations. Our association doesn’t have all of these types of coverage, but they’re available if we need them…. Read more »
September 3, 2020
St. Charles is a planned community in Charles County, Maryland, United States. It is 22 miles (35 km) south-southeast of Washington, D.C., 24 miles (39 km) from northern Virginia and immediately south of Waldorf, which is the mailing address. (St. Charles comprises nearly all the population of Waldorf’s zip code 20602, and much of 20603).[citation… Read more »
August 19, 2020
What’s the difference in a board meeting and a special meeting, or an annual meeting and a town meeting? Confused? Here’s some clarification. Annual Meetings: Annual meetings—or annual membership meetings—are required by our governing documents, which specify when they’re to be conducted and how and when members are to be notified about the meeting. This… Read more »
July 29, 2020
Noise is an inevitable reality in condominium communities. Condominium dwellers live in such close proximity, it’s essential that we consider the effect noise will have on our neighbors when deciding on floor coverings, where to mount the flat-screen television or when to knock out a wall. We—you and your neighbors—all have a right to enjoy… Read more »
July 29, 2020
You are among the more than 60 million Americans who live in homeowners associations and condominium communities. We think most residents are happy living in our community—and we certainly hope you are among them—but how do these 60 million residents feel about their own associations? Are they happy with their elected boards? How do they… Read more »
May 8, 2020
Basic etiquette in today’s digital, global era can be a challenge, especially when you only have one form of communication to rely on. During a conference call, you have your voice—and your voice alone—to relay your thoughts, questions, and input. This can be a good thing or a bad thing, depending on where your etiquette… Read more »
April 29, 2020
Recently the Community Association Institute developed certain guidelines on steps your community may take or has taken to address the COVID-19 outbreak. It has sections on cleaning, common areas and amenities, meetings and events, social distancing, and staffing. Below I have outlined the steps which have or are being addressed by your Community Site Manager… Read more »
February 14, 2020
The success of a homeowners association (HOA) community is heavily dependent upon the board members’ ability to handle their duties and responsibilities in a fair and adept manner. With 2.5 million individuals holding positions on community association boards, almost all of whom are volunteers appointed by a majority of the community, it is important for each homeowner… Read more »
January 10, 2020
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