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NJ, NY, PA HOA: Storage -Lithium-Ion Batteries Devices

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Insurance – Lithium Batteries Pose Issue for HOA and High-Rises In three short video interviews we explore the hazards, liabilities and possible obligations of boards to create rules and regulations in regard to resident’s lithium-ion battery devices. Because of the fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries, insurers are scrutinizing the storage practices of associations and …

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NY: May 2 – 8 Reasons Why Smart Boards Make Bad Decisions NY: May 2 –

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May 2, 2024 10:20 AM 8 Reasons Why Smart Boards Make Bad Decisions – When Based on Honest Intentions It is frustrating — your board consists of smart and common sense people. Yet, the board has made some mistakes that seemed obvious to everyone except them. Here are eight reasons why even smart boards make bad …

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SC: May 1 – Best Practices: Natural Disasters

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May 1, 2024 10:20 AM We will work off CAI’s “Best Practices: Natural Disasters” booklet. Associations need comprehensive plans that guide association leaders and residents to prepare, respond, and recover from natural disasters. This plan should be adopted by the association board. Some of the items we will cover: Best PracticesPlanning for DisasterThe Community Disaster …

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SC HOA: Architectural Guidelines Do’s & Don’t

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We interview Sean A. O’Connor, Esq. who provides how understanding architectural guidelines is important for homeowner association (HOA) board members and managers as it directly impacts the aesthetic look and integrity of the community. Without a clear understanding of these guidelines, associations may inadvertently act in a manner that can have negative consequences. Find the …

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New York City Event

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Mingle with fellow NYC high-rise managers (no cost) and Learn About Local Law 97 (1 CEU). Oct. 26th, 11:30am – 2:00pm The Capital Grille (Private Room) 155 East 42nd Street New York City, NY 10017 There is no cost and limited to managers, facility managers and their staff. You’re welcome to invite your fellow peers. …

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Sept. In-Person Events (Philadelphia & Atlantic City)

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Both Events Below: Speakers vary between events. Limited seating. Sept. 26th: 11:30am-1:50pm The Capital Grille, 1338-46 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Feel Free to come at 11:30am, just for lunch, stay later or the entire time. Refreshments available throughout the event. Topics (During lunch only): How deductibles and weighing coverage help offset continued rising insurance premiums High-rise …

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Wilkin Management Group receives National Designation

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Wilkin Management Group (WMG) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the designation of Accredited Association Management Company (AAMC). It is estimated that less than 15% of management firms in NJ have attained this prestigious designation. The designation was awarded recently at the Annual National Conference of the Community Associations Institute (CAI), which …

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Headlines stating boards don’t like babies next

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For years boards have dealt with misleading headlines about flags. Maybe headlines stating boards don’t like babies are next. Boards cannot say “No” to unit owner day-care centers. Washington State Senate passed House Bill 1199 that “prohibits homeowner associations…condominium complexes from banning or unreasonably restricting in-home day care operations,” from owners’ units. Direct access The …

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