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What is a Reserve Funding Model of Success?

“Fund your reserves above the 70% level”. That’s what you thought I would say, because our industry has been telling you that for years, right? The answer is deeper than that.

Preparing for Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging

If you manage a Community Association or are on the Board of Directors, installing plug-in vehicle charging equipment is a community proj

Reserve Funding Models: What Makes an Association’s Plan Successful?

“Fund your reserves above the 70% level”. That’s what you thought I would say, because our industry has been telling you that for years, right?

Ignoring the Advice of your Reserve Specialist!

The majority of Association-governed communities are underfunded. reserve fund strength

The High Price of Paying for Reserve Projects with a Loan

So your roof just failed, and it’s going to cost the Association $250,000. On one hand, it wasn’t really surprising, because the roof is 15 years old, right on track for this type of roof failure.

Fiber-Cement Siding – A Very Cost-Effective Option

n 2010 we were commissioned by the James Hardie company to examine the life-cycle costs of their Hardiboard siding compared to vinyl and natural cedar siding.