Fido Has the Zoomies
Virtual meetings, once reserved for accommodating working professionals in different geographical locales and time zones, are now commonplace, thanks in large part to the global pandemic. But…
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Make Sure You Give Proper Notice When Attempting to Remove a Tenant’s Dog
A Connecticut condo association board tried to force the removal of a dog after holding multiple hearings and concluding it was vicious (Copper Square Ass’n, Inc. v.…
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Board Candidates: We Want You!
You’re committed to bettering our community, so why not put that passion to work and run for a spot on the association board. The association will soon…
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5 ways to resolve your pet waste problems
Classified alongside pollutants from vehicles, pesticides, and more, pet waste is considered highly toxic and a nearly never-ending nuisance in community associations. “Not only is dog waste…
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Snow Removal: Watch Your Back
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…
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House Bill 107 Passed in Maryland
We have been notified that House Bill 107 passed in Maryland in this year’s legislative session requiring all multi-family residential properties to complete a reserve study by…
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How to Have More Productive Board Meetings
As anyone on a condo, co-op or homeowner association (HOA) board knows too well, board meetings can be extremely delicate situations. Board members don’t always agree with…
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HVAC Preventive Maintenance Tips
As we come into the winter season you will be changing your HVAC from AC to heat. This is the time we recommend having the HVAC unit serviced…
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Rock the Proxy: Let Your Voice be Heard
We’ve got an election coming up, and even if you’re unable to attend the membership meeting and election, you can still vote by proxy. A proxy is…
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Keep Your Home Safe While on Vacation
As the summer heats up, many of you will escape the daily grind and head out on a well-deserved vacation. But before you hit the road, take…
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Are HOA Fees Tax Deductible?
Tax season is always a stressful time of the year. One of the questions HOA residents commonly ask is, “Are HOA fees tax deductible?” The answer, though,…
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Important notice from Blackstone Management
Dear Valued Customer, As 2022 approaches, businesses across all markets throughout the US continue to be burdened by extraordinary circumstances nationwide challenging clients, consumers, suppliers, and…
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