Holiday Office Hours – 2017
Blackstone Management Holiday Office Hours Thanksgiving – Closed Nov. 23 and 24, Reopen at 8am Nov. 27 Christmas – Closed Dec. 25, Reopen at 8am Dec. 26 New Years – Closed Jan. 1, Reopen at 8am Jan. 2
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Changes to Condo & HOA Resale Packages Beginning October 1st
Beginning October 1st, the maximum fee that a condominium association or home owners association (HOA) may charge a unit owner for providing a resale package will be $250. This figure may be CPI-U adjusted every 2 years, but as of October 1, 2016 the maximum fee will be $250.  Condominium associations and HOAs should note that the…
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6 WAYS TO SPRUCE UP YOUR HOA NEWSLETTER
Has the HOA newsletter gone the way of the dinosaur? Hopefully at your HOA the answer is a resounding no; newsletters are still vitally important tools for associations that wish to foster strong, clear, consistent communication with their members. You may send the newsletter electronically, you may send it on paper, or you may do…
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Thunderstorm Safety – Avoiding a Lightning Strike
Warm weather usually means fun in the sun, but summer heat also can bring severe weather. Threatening thunderstorms often loom large on summer afternoons so it’s important to be prepared for downpours and accompanying lightning, which can strike outdoors or indoors. Consider the following suggestions when planning both outdoor and indoor events this summer to…
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Meetings-What is a Quorum and Why is it Important?
A quorum is the minimum number of owners who must be at a meeting before business can be transacted. State law tells us what that minimum number is for our association. It’s relatively low, but we still have a tough time getting to it. It’s a common problem in many associations. Meetings that don’t have…
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Online Payment Processing
We wanted to inform owners and tenants  that due to ongoing issues homeowners and our accounting team are experiencing with our current online payment provider we have decided to make a change of vendors.  After much consideration and research we will be changing providers to Revo payments. Revo is an industry leader in online payments for associations…
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Snow Removal Cold Weather – How it works
Winter has arrived later than expected, but with the extreme cold the last few days and snow predicted this weekend, it’s finally here. We thought this is a good time to remind you of snow removal responsibilities, and other important information to protect your home this winter. In terms of snow removal, all streets will…
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Brief History of Thanksgiving
The tradition of the Pilgrims’ first Thanksgiving is steeped in myth and legend. Few people realize that the Pilgrims did not celebrate Thanksgiving the next year, or any year thereafter, though some of their descendants later made a “Forefather’s Day” that usually occurred on December 21 or 22. Several Presidents, including George Washington, made one-time…
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Hurricane Season, Are you prepared?
This month marks the beginning of the 2015 hurricane season, and we’re eager to support your efforts to become more safe and more prepared. That’s why we’re pleased to be working with Ready.gov to ensure that you have access to simple steps that you and your family can take today. Click here to learn more…
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Tips for Getting Your Community FHA Approved
Starting the FHA Approval Process: Starting the FHA Approval process is not difficult, but it does differ depending on your role in the community. Property Managers/Board Members: The first step is to have the community pre-qualified. A professional FHA approval consultant/submission service will be able to assess the eligibility of your community prior to submitting….
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Change In Online Payment Processors
Important: If you have an existing payment arrangement through Revo, our old payment processor, please discontinue it immediately, We have signed with a new processor to help improve the online payment experience. Assessment payments can now be made with a credit card or an e-check on our website at www.blackstoneam.com. Visit our website and click…
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Blackstone Management Awards!
We are proud to announce the winners of the 2014 Blackstone Management Awards 1. Community Volunteer Of The Year Volunteers are the cornerstone of our organization and are vital to raising awareness in the communities in which they live and work. Each year, Blackstone Management, LLC honors individuals for their commitment to outstanding volunteerism and…
