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Category: Ask the Experts

A Slippery Slope: Decoding Snow Clearing Liability for HOAs and Condos

by John S. Prisco, Esq., | Becker Winter snow is beautiful, but for community associations—both condominiums and homeowners associations—it represents a significant liability challenge. Boards and managers need to understand their snow clearing duties, which are determined by state law, governing documents, and local ordinances. Getting it wrong can expose the association to expensive slip-and-fall […]

Is Alcohol a Liability at HOA and Condo Events?

by Steven Sugarman, Esq., Partner & Sophia Nisivoccia, Law Clerk | Gawthrop Greenwood, PC Homeowners and condominium associations continue to seek ways to foster a sense of community, often hosting social events and gatherings to bring residents together. In many communities, it is common for alcohol to be served at these gatherings. Sometimes, attendees are […]

Working Smarter: The Art of Maximizing Productivity

Sarah K. Hash, CMCA | Taylor Management Company, AAMC “I have so much to do and there’s never enough time…” Let’s be honest, we’ve all said this to ourselves, but what if we flip the script and make the most of our time to do the things we want to spend our time doing? For […]

Fall Home Maintenance Tips

by: Adrian Dybka, Advance Home Pros Property Services As the crisp air rolls in and the leaves begin to fall, homeowners know that autumn is more than pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters, it’s also a critical season for home maintenance. Taking time now to prepare your property can save you from costly repairs and headaches […]

AI Wearables: The Personal Assistant of the Future?

by: Sarah K. Hash, CMCA, Taylor Management Company While attending CAI Keystone’s Community Live! 2025 Conference and Expo this past April, I—like many managers—dropped my business card at various exhibitor booths, hoping to win one of the many exciting giveaways. One such booth was CINC Systems, which was raffling off a Bee AI Wearable—a device […]

The Art of Maximizing Productivity

“I have so much to do and there’s never enough time…” Let’s be honest, we’ve all said this to ourselves, but what if we flip the script and make the most of our time to do the things we want to spend our time doing? For most managers, business partners, and the like, we run […]

Hostile Environments in Today’s Community Associations

SPONSORED CONTENT Connor Thomson, Law Clerk Gawthrop Greenwood – Attorneys at Law A recent survey conducted by Fortune Magazine revealed that 31% of Gen-Zers believe that violence to persons or property can be an appropriate way to bring about change. The survey also revealed that 55% of 18- to 34-year-olds believe that violence, property damage, and misinformation are appropriate […]

Spring Into This Seasonal Preventative Maintenance Guide

Hello Spring! Yes, we made it through yet another wild winter in the tri- state area.  As the flowers start to bloom, and we brace for some April showers now is a great time to do community wide exterior inspections throughout the buildings within your community. Preventative maintenance within your communities is dependent on many […]

On Thin Ice? Understanding Your Obligation During a Snow Event

Is it true that property owners have no duty to remove snow during a storm event? Yes. In the case of Collins v. Philadelphia Suburban Development Corporation, 179 A.3d 69 (Pa. Super. Ct. 2018), the Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed the trial court’s entry of Summary Judgment in favor of a defendant property owner and against an […]

Dust Off Your Disaster Plan

Now is the perfect moment to evaluate your community’s disaster readiness. Are you prepared for the unpredictable challenges that come with East Coast weather? For community association managers and members of condominium and HOA communities, ensuring your disaster plans are current and effective is crucial. The Evolution of Disaster Planning: A 15-Year JourneyOver the past […]