Talk Disaster Recovery with Your Municipality Before the Storm Hits

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is the support system for many after a disaster strikes, but this doesn’t apply for Community Associations.  While FEMA steps in to clean up debris within an affected area, it will not support disaster recovery within Community Association gates.  This puts the burden on the association residents.  According to the…

CAI Board Leadership Development Workshop – November 2, 2018

The Community Associations Institute will hold the 2018 Board Leadership Development Workshop in Ocean City, MD on Friday, November 2, 2018.  This workshop was formerly known as “The Essentials of Community Association Volunteers Leadership Course.”  It will be held at the Fenwick Inn, 13801 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD. The new CAI Board Leadership Development…

Deeley & Trivedi Hosting Event on 9/24 for Community Associations – Umbrella Coverage

Please join Deeley Insurance Group and Trivedi-Capacity Associates on September 24, 2018 for a light breakfast to learn the benefits of an umbrella policy for community association risks!  Special guest Ezana Asfaw from Trivedi will give a brief presentation on how to enhance coverages and will provide real claim examples. Date: Monday, September 24, 2018 Time: 9:00am Location: Ocean 13, 1301…

The Pool is Open

Warm weather is here and it’s time for residents to cool down in the pool! Community Associations Institute reminds us that this time of year could be extremely stressful if good pool rules aren’t in place. Community association board members and managers need to make sure their pool rules are effective and enforced. Be sure…

Delinquent Condo Assessments May Cause Suspension of Common Element Privileges

New Maryland Law effective October 1, 2018, will allow condominium associations to amend their declarations to authorize suspension of common element parking and recreational facilities for unit owners who have delinquent condominium assessments. This law is known as House Bill 575. According to Cowie & Mott, Attorneys at Law, the following must apply in order…

Grilling Safely this Summer

Are you someone who loves outdoor barbecues? Every year, millions of Americans safely enjoy outdoor barbecues, however, accidents do happen. Insurance policies do provide financial protection in the case of mishap, however, ensure that you will have trouble-free cooking fun all summer long by reading these tips from PropertyCasualty360 before you light up the grill!…