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.