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ACH (Automated Clearing House) is a network used for electronically moving money between bank accounts across the United States. It’s run by an organization called Nacha (previously NACHA – National Automated Clearing House Association), and may also be referred to as the ACH network or ACH scheme. Payment processing via the ACH network has existed since the 1970s. ACH moved…
The 2021 billing season for Community Associations and Homeowner Associations is in full swing. Over the past 90 days, millions of homeowners all over the country have received some sort of communication piece, invoice, or Coupon Book to generate the lifeblood of each association – The Homeowner Assessment. Budgeting and billing has taken up a…
Lower back strain is one of the most common injuries related to shoveling snow. The following measures can help you prevent injuries and keep your back healthy while shoveling: -Before the first snowfall is predicted, make sure you have a proper shovel. The best shovel is one that is light weight, ergonomic and has…
Identity theft is a problem at any time of the year. But, while consumers are focused on giving during the holidays, crooks are focused on taking. If there’s one thing consumers don’t need, it is dealing with identity theft during the holidays. The National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) offers the following tips to help…
With the holidays fast approaching we wanted to make all our customers aware of the 2020 holiday hours for All Blackstone Management offices. Nov. 11, Veteran’s Day – Closed Nov. 26, Thanksgiving Day – Closed Nov. 27, Friday after Thanksgiving – Closed Dec. 24, Christmas Eve – Closing at 1 pm Dec. 25, Christmas Day…
When buying or selling a home, it is expected that all sorts of fees will pop up at closing. However, the HOA transfer fee is one that sometimes takes people by surprise. This is a one-time fee that occurs when a property is transferred from one owner to another. The HOA transfer fee is mandated…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
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Blackstone Management Supporting communities in Virginia, Maryland, and the Washington DC metro since 2007.
Waldorf, MD
8 am to 5 pm M-F
Copyright 2026, Blackstone Management, LLC.
All Rights Reserved.