Older Condos Resources

CNN Champlain Towers – Interview with Robert Nordlund, PE, RS

Following the tragic Champlain Towers South building collapse on June 24, 2021, Association Reserves Founder/CEO Robert Nordlund responds to questions about Reserve Studies in general, and the Reserve Study Association Reserves prepared for the association in early 2020.

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“Older Condos - Part 1 | Lessons From Champlain Towers” Webinar

"Older Condos- Part 1" features a Q&A format with a panel of four subject matter experts: Robert Nordlund, PE, RS of Association Reserves, Adrian Adams, Esq of Adams | Stirling, PLC, Tim Cline, CIRMS of Cline Agency Insurance Brokers, and Kevin Davis of Kevin Davis Insurance Services.

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“Older Condos - Part 2 | The Four C's of an Effective HOA Board” Webinar

Older Condos Part 2: the Board Response, with two subject matter experts addressing your current homeowner, board member, and manager concerns stemming from the recent tragic building collapse in Florida. Learn what you need to know to present an effective Board response (the 4 C’s of an effective board) and budget response (Reserve strategy), so you can respond appropriately, making the present less stressful and the future more secure.

Understanding Reserves – A Guide to Your Association’s Reserve Fund & Reserve Study

Understanding Reserves is a comprehensive Reserve Study guide for board members and community managers. Besides answering common questions related to Reserve Studies, we thoroughly address each facet of the Reserve Study process. From why associations should reserve funds to understanding the three key results of the study, Understanding Reserves is a quick read that will enhance your Reserve Study knowledge.

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"Searching for Clues to a Condo’s Financial & Physical Health" eBook

Buying a home is one of the biggest and most stressful investments a person will ever make. But when that purchase requires you to become a member of a shared-ownership (and Association-governed) community, a host of other factors need to be considered. Unfortunately, many Owners and Buyers are oblivious to the actual state (good or bad!) of Association affairs. Download our new eBook, "Searching for Clues to a Condo’s Financial & Physical Health”, which provides 7 Tips That Will Turn You Into an Informed Owner or Buyer!

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"Older Condos Part I: Q&A with Industry Experts" eBook

The collapse of Champlain Towers South, a 12-story condominium association in Surfside, FL, captured the nation’s attention because it was so unexpected and so deadly. In the midst of so many unanswered questions about what led to this tragedy, Association Reserves’ goal is to help associations respond effectively, and rise to meet the specific challenges of maintaining properties as they age. On July 28, 2021, a panel of four industry experts were brought together to address key issues and best practices so managers, board members, and homeowners can respond appropriately, making the present less stressful and the future more secure for their associations. The content of this eBook consists of questions asked by the webinar attendees and answers provided by our expert panel.

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"Older Condos Part II: The Four C’s of an Effective HOA Board" eBook

The collapse of Champlain Towers South, a 12-story condominium association in Surfside, FL, captured the nation’s attention because it was so unexpected and so deadly. In the midst of so many unanswered questions about what led to this tragedy, Association Reserves’ goal is to help associations respond effectively, and rise to meet the specific challenges of maintaining properties as they age. We can’t change what happened down at Champlain Towers South. But we need to examine if there is something to learn from that tragic collapse that can help us all do a better job at our associations. Julie Adamen, management consultant of Adamen Inc, and Robert Nordlund, PE, RS of Association Reserves came together to address the four C's of effective board behavior and share insights about how you can learn the combined physical and financial condition of your association and keep your eye on the numbers that matter.