In southern states like the Carolinas, freezing weather is the exception rather than the rule. Winter may still bring in cold spells and when the temperature drops below 20°F, you need to keep pipes from freezing. A lot of damage can be sustained if you have frozen pipes in condos, houses, and other properties in…
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Hiring an association management company is not as easy as it seems. There are many moving parts, and it requires a certain level of preparation and research to accomplish smoothly. If your association is looking to hire an HOA management company soon, there are a handful of tips you should adopt to ensure a seamless…
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PCAM certification gets added to the growing list of qualifications for Paul A. Greiner, President of Cedar Management Group based in Charlotte NC. The Cedar Management Group provides Community Association Management Services in both North and South Carolina, and Mr. Greiner has achieved the Community Association Institute (CAI) certification of Professional Community Association Manager (PCAM).…
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HOA architectural approval procedures are a crucial part of maintaining the visual identity of your community. The need to fill up HOA architectural approval forms can be a source of frustration for homeowners; so is the wait for the approved HOA architectural review form, which can take weeks. Here’s our take on how you can…
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As temperatures start to rise, you may find yourself reaching for the AC remote more often, particularly when spring and summer hit their peak. Blasting the AC isn’t very wise, though, specifically in terms of energy conservation. So, what else can you do to keep cool or stay warm without wasting electricity? Here are 12…
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Serving on your condo or homeowners association board can be both time-consuming and tiring. The job of an HOA board member often goes unrecognized or unappreciated, but that doesn’t mean it’s not rewarding or necessary in any way. Without volunteers to lead and manage the association, things would start to fall apart. Here are eight…
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If you live in a planned development, installing a flower garden has likely crossed your mind. These beauties add a sense of whimsy to every community and are more than just pleasing to the eyes. While not everyone has the skills required to install a flower garden, just about anyone can learn to do so…
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When you join a planned development run by a homeowners association, you agree to follow the stipulated terms found in its governing documents. One of these stipulations is to pay a regular HOA fee or assessment to cover everything from maintenance and repairs to replacements of communal amenities. While most homeowners religiously keep up on…
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Homeowners association (HOA) management is one of the biggest investments you can make for your community. A management company can make the lives of both the board of directors and homeowners easier by taking care of daily operations and overall community management. But what are you supposed to do when your HOA management isn’t working…
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Trees — not only do they convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, but they also add a certain level of grace to any property. Unfortunately, while most trees are sturdy, strong winds and storms can cause them to topple over. Such a scenario can bring distress to homeowners, especially when it comes to shouldering the responsibility…
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Charlotte, NC 28221
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