With the extreme cold weather this winter; please remember to take precautions to avoid frozen household pipes. Air leaks in a building can allow a flow of cold air to come into contact with pipes. Unusually cold weather and high winds creates a “wind chill” effect that can cause air leaks that normally may not…
How can a board of trustees of an association looking for a firm to provide community management services for their community easily narrow down the field of potential candidates? Furthermore, there are many companies to choose from. So, how do boards distinguish those companies who have truly demonstrated their integrity, professionalism, experience and expertise? There…
Everyone is looking for ways to save money. Reducing energy costs is a great way to accomplish this. All it takes is making a few simple changes around the house. These changes will help not only now during the frigid days of winter, but will also help during the summer. Turn it off! A simple…
By Gabriel A.Valdes, CMCA, AMS – Director of Business Development, Access Property Management When considering the staffing needs for mid and high-rise buildings, one of the most challenging decisions that a board of directors and management face is the decision of either retaining the existing union staff or replacing them with non-union staff usually provided…
By Rebecca String New Year’s Resolutions are vehicles for creating change in our personal and professional lives. They draw from our ability to clarify what we want to achieve and how we will do so. Creating resolutions is only the first step of the process. Fulfilling New Year’s Resolutions requires maintaining the initial momentum gained… Read more »
By Rebecca String Over the years recycling has gone from being a buzz word to an important issue in today’s society. Many of us have become so accustomed to separating our bottles, cans, and cardboard from our general waste that we no longer have to think about it. Yet for many, recycling electronics raises more… Read more »
With Hurricane Joaquin on our minds, Access wants to provide homeowners with some important tips on how to manage during large-scale storms. While we hope that this storm is a non-issue, you should have a plan for keeping your family and home safe. Pre-Storm Preparation: Communication is key. Make sure that your family has an… Read more »
Creating a solid budget for a homeowner or condominium association is a lot like putting together a jigsaw puzzle. It requires time and concentration to piece together the many parts into a whole. A strong budget is the financial backbone of the community. The more accurate the budget, the more financially stable the association will… Read more »