A New Era for Reserve Studies

Recognizing the need for revised guidelines, Community Associations Institute (CAI) released updated Reserve Study Standards in May to provide communities with an improved framework for effective reserve planning. Key changes and benefits offered by the latest standards include a particular emphasis on structural inspections and maintenance. About one year ago, a task force began reviewing existing…

What If I Make Changes to My Property or Lifestyle?

WHAT IF GOOD STUFF HAPPENS? What If I Want To Rent My Home On Airbnb? Not every insurance provider will offer coverage if you decide to rent out your home or condo unit while you’re not using it. Call your insurance advisor to discuss the details. Short-term rentals might need an endorsement to your current…

Water Wise: Prevent Damage & Claims

Water Damage Is The Most Common Claim, But There Are Simple Ways You Can Prevent Losses.  Water damage is more than a ‘frozen pipes problem.’ It’s a real concern that many homeowners overlook. Refrigerator icemaker failures. Leaky toilets. Dry-rotted washing machine hoses. HVAC condensation. Little drips over time that can deteriorate drywall.  In a strange…

April Showers Can Cause Water Damage

April showers bring May flowers, but they can also bring rainstorms that can cause flood damage to your property! Be sure to take the proper steps to protect your property. Check out FEMA’s “How to Prepare for a Flood,” which includes flood basics, info on emergency notifications and how to protect yourself before, during and…

Natural Disaster Seminar to be Held in Ocean City in March

Are you prepared when a natural disaster strikes? Join Deeley Group team members, along with local and state experts on March 23rd for the CAI Breakfast Seminar. Don't miss this chance to learn ways to help avoid situations before Mother Nature strikes. Registration link and more info here: http://www.caimdches.org/pdf/18-EasternShoreBreakfastSeminar-March23.pdf Hope to see you there!

Ocean City Fire Marshal Ryan Whittington visits Delmarva Condominium Managers Association

In the middle of the cold snap, the Ocean City Fire Marshal visited the members of the Delmarva Condo Managers Association. We enjoyed an excellent chicken and dumplings luncheon supplied by the great people at The Princess Royale, while Mr. Whittington asked us to help spread the word on what we all can do to…