Community Matters

Property Loss & Insurance Claims: A Personal Story

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

In this episode, Denise Adamic, CMCA, Community Association Liaison for Horn Williamson, delves into the challenging world of property losses and insurance claims, providing invaluable insights gained from her over two decades in the industry.

As a veteran community association manager who has dealt with three major insurance claims in recent years, Denise's story serves as both a warning and a guide for property owners and managers navigating the complexities of insurance coverage and recovery after a property loss.

From in-depth discussion about navigating insurance claims during a catastrophe to dealing with unexpected costs related to remediation and rebuilding after a devastating event, this episode provides firsthand knowledge and helps you learn the practical steps to prepare for potential disasters and understand why it's critical to have an insurance policy that adequately meets your needs.

Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 

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Virtual Meetings & Voting in Community Associations

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

In this episode, we're talking about electronic meetings and electronic voting in community associations. This form of meeting and voting has ramped up significantly in community associations over the last few years and increased participation in association meetings and elections. We’ll talk about why communities should consider e-voting and answer all your questions on this important topic. Tune in the hear more!

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Emerging Technologies Impact on Community Associations

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

Technology has changed the way we do everything. In today's episode of Community Matters, we're chatting with  Ed Hoffman, Esq., CCAL, chair of CAI’s Pennsylvania Legislative Action Committee, about emerging technologies in community associations, including EV charging stations, management software, electronic voting and more. So why are we talking to a lawyer about this? Well, there is a legal aspect to many of the emerging technologies that we're covering. Tune in the hear more!

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A Conversation with The Philadelphian Condo Green Task Force

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

The Green Task Force at The Philadelphian Condominium, a high-rise condo in Center City, Philadelphia has implemented many programs to increase the sustainability efforts of the building and unit owners, which also help elevate property values at the building. We'll chat about these programs with Joan Batory, Chair of the Green Task Force in this episode of Community Matters Podcast.

Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 

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The Future of Community Association Management

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

Community Associations Institute celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023. The community management profession is about the same age. So at the half century mark, what is the future of community association management as a profession? We pose that question to this episode’s guest on Community Matters – Michael Mendillo, President of FirstService Residential, the largest residential management company in North America.  

Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 

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The Impact of Climate Change on Community Landscapes & Trees

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

Have you ever cut your grass in March? Are you ready for the potential decline and disappearance of the White Pine and other popular tree species and the impact on  your community's tree canopy? Our climate is changing and the impacts on trees and landscapes is underway. We'll chat about these topics and more with Rick Close, Senior Consulting Arborist with The Davey Tree Expert Company in this issue of Community Matters Podcast.

Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 

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What’s up with the HOA Insurance Market?

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

Many factors are impacting insurance premiums for HOAs and condos. In this episode of Community Matters, we'll talk about conditions that are factoring in to the hard insurance market, what community association can do to shield themselves from extreme premium increases, and when the current hard market for insurance might come to an end. Today's guests include Dan Sweeney with LIO Insurance and David Velasco with JGS Insurance.

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Property Inspections Best Practices

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

Tune in to this intriguing conversation with Sarah Hash, a community association manager with Danella Realty & Management Company, and Matt Collins, Esq., an attorney with Horn Williamson, about property inspections. We'll take a deep dive in to what takes place on a property inspection, the use of photos and drones for inspections, the follow-up, including violation notices and fines and when to engage an attorney, as well as the sometimes thorny issue of how to handle homeowners, including irate ones, that managers might encounter during a property inspection.

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Ideas to Refresh & Remodel Your Common Areas

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

Today we're speaking with Giselle Hymanson, ASID, Interior Designer with Parallel Architectural Group and Barbara Saxton, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, Regional Condominium Manager with The Galman Group. Today's conversation focuses on tips and trends for community associations that may be considering a renovation to a clubhouse, common room or other common areas to keep your community fresh and updated.

Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 

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Community Engagement & Volunteerism

Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.

Today we're speaking with Caitlin Lyons, Communications Manager at The Philadelphian Condominium in Philadelphia, and Anna Toretch and John Rorer, homeowners at The Philadelphian and co-Chairs of the Arts & Entertainment Committee. Our topic is community engagement through committees and volunteerism.

Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 

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