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  Expertise

Combined
we have over 70 years of Association, operations, and maintenance management, we have East coast (VA, DC, MD), West Coast (CA, AZ) and SE Florida experience in the management of:
Condos, HOA's and related common interest communities
Executive Suites
Above market rate rental communities (Class A & AA)
Commercial office space Class "A" Space
Light Industrial and retail
However we specialize ONLY in Association Management, we can offer suggestions and consulting services in other areas.

Expertise Area 1. Post Hurricane
During our time in Florida, we have assisted numerous Associations in the rehabilitation of the communities post hurricane damage generating very substantial savings via correct contractor and vendor selection and proper negotiations, in one case we saved one association over 1.6 million dollars in roofing alone.

We value our relationship with all of our communities as such we do not discuss any community specifically, we may discuss similar problems or issues or as examples below, however we never state communities names, locations, problems or issues

Example Property One

Notable achievements: saved $12,500 on pool repairs, saved $30,000 on tree trimming, saved $4500 on landscape improvements, saved $14800 on landscape contract. Saved $800,000+ on roofing contract, Enforcement of rules and bylaws, Monitoring of repairs and roof installation 18 roofs done in 60 days, Gained an additional $1.2 Million in insurance supplemental

Example Property Two

Notable achievements: Had building water tight after Francis within 24 hours
Had building water tight 72 hours after Jeanne, took corrective actions during hurricanes to limit damages, conducted cleanup of property after Hurricanes, Negotiate hurricane Restoration services saved $1.3M. Landscape restored fully in 60 days, replacement of 200+ windows in 90 days. Received $10,000 bonus for efforts in reconstruction


Expertise Area 2. Pre Hurricane Preparedness
What is there to say, an ounce of prevention is worth three special assessments!

Hurricane Preparedness:
Development of Hurricane policies and procedures to protect the assets of the community and attempt to reduce damage potential, assist homeowners and residents in protecting their property take active measures to protect property

Hurricane Restoration:
Immediate response to conduct dry-in and immediate repairs as required protecting the community, speeding total restoration and minimizing detrimental effects to community living. Restoration of Landscape and Proactive Actions to return the community to normal as quickly as economically possible

Project Management:
Project Manager for immediate Hurricane remediation activities, develop scope of work, obtain bids, oversee on going activities, locate Engineers to validate work performed by outside Vendors and contractors. Co-validate those reviews and acceptances.

Reserve/Maintenance Review and Analysis:
A comprehensive review, documentation and cataloging of all Mechanical Equipment and Systems, Roofing, Grounds & Landscape and Drives, General Amenities, Interiors and Exteriors, Site Lighting and Security

Scope of Work and Contract Analysis:
Develop scope of work, initiate bid process, conduct pre bid meetings, conduct post bid meeting, Review contract pre attorney, post attorney, review contract with selected contractor, validate terms and conditions with selected Contractor
Monitor Contractor Activities, Schedule contractor activities, coordinate activities
and staging of work.

Ocean Side:
Aware of the corrosive nature of ocean side living, knowledgeable in all aspects of salt intrusion, corrosion, micro penetration of chloride ions in concrete, thermal shock on surfaces, interior damages, gasket failure around glass and related structural corrosion issues

Rehabilitation Of Property:
Replanting and structuring of new landscape, water features and irrigation systems, rehab of interior of building and structures, exterior and related areas, rehab of apartment units including plumbing, duct work, wall and floor finishes, water proofing of multi layer parking decks, mechanical joints, etc..

Marketing:
Design and development of programs and property corrective actions to maximize the potential leasing and sales of the community, Renter retention, Design of features in support of amenities to maximize the potential of the overall property. Implementation of programs, services and actions to enhance the community’s appearance, services and community usage

Training:
Training of Property Managers and Building Staff in various skills and procedures
Training of staff in various EPA and trades certified courses, Training in PM design and implementation, HVAC training course, Mold Identification, ETC…

 The list can go on and on, experience, real life exposure, hands on critical resolution and so forth, simply put we have expertise you and your association need.




 
 
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