Melissa Esham is the Community Association Advisor for Deeley Insurance Group. She has nine years of experience specializing in the needs of community associations and 17 years of community management experience. Melissa grew up in Ocean Pines, MD and now resides in a condominium association in Berlin.

It’s Budget Time!

We know you’re preparing budgets for the Board to consider and homeowner envelopes to send your budget to all for review. What else goes in your budget mailer? Winterization Reminders Risk Management Tips Reminders to purchase unit owner or homeowner insurance Clarification of insurance deductibles and who will be responsible to pay them (per the…

Replacement Cost Value and Your Mortgage

In order to get a mortgage on a condominium, the condominium association has to have sufficient insurance. Unit owners are tasked with getting a certificate of insurance from the insurance agent and providing it to the mortgage company on an annual basis. Mortgage companies have gotten stricter with their requirements. Now lenders provide lists of…

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Managing Common Risks for Condominium and Community Associations

Condominium and community associations carry out several essential tasks and responsibilities, such as ensuring the facilities are maintained properly or managing the budget appropriately. However, these entities also face numerous risks. As such, they need to be aware of their exposures to enhance community safety and financial stability. Common Risks Common risks condominium and community…