The 13 most important things you should do to prepare for a hurricane
Hurricane Florence, now a Category 4 storm, is approaching the US East Coast with winds of more than 130 mph. The hurricane is expected to make landfall in North or…
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14 Points That Must Be In Your Apartment Building Leasing and Marketing Plan
I recently received the following request from a multifamily investor: “Can you please send me a marketing plan post purchase for an apartment building I am buying…
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Master Homeowners Associations: Is Your HOA Its Own Master?
Imagine your surprise. You buy a home in a community knowing full well that you’ll become a member of your local homeowners association only to learn that…
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NEW MARYLAND LAW PREVENTS DEVELOPERS FROM RETAINING DISPROPORTIONATE HOA VOTING CONTROL
NEW MARYLAND LAW PREVENTS DEVELOPERS FROM RETAINING DISPROPORTIONATE HOA VOTING CONTROL A new law, effective October 1, 2018, will prevent developers from retaining disproportionate voting control after…
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Jerry Springer is NOT on the Agenda! Taking Control of HOA Meeting Conduct
The scene was tense, with shouting, threats, and concerns about objects being thrown. Despite repeated pleas for quiet, anger and tension hung over the room. Menacing faces…
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10 Tips for New Board Members
Being a member of a homeowner association (HOA) or community association board is an important role and one that should not be taken lightly. After all, you…
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Keep it Down
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…
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29 Fresh Ideas for Spring Fun
The sun is back! Take advantage of it with your grandchildren. Get excited for spring! Flower buds are starting to peek out. Birds are returning to…
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Scholarship Contest – High School Senior
We wanted to bring a unique scholarship opportunity to your attention. Please share with anyone you know that has a High School Senior. The Washington Metropolitan Community…
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How do you secure your information following theft?
As more people rely on the internet to shop, bank, file taxes and more, thieves are finding more ways to steal personal information. While many people take…
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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…
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New Maryland Common Interest Ownership Law 2017
** “GOOD STANDING” PERCENTAGE REQUIRED TO AMEND DOCUMENTS: (HB789 – Effective 10/01/17): * The law defines “good standing” as not being more than 90 days in arrears…
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