Practicing Arborist vs. Consulting Arborist
When asked what I do for a living and reply with I’m a consulting arborist and forester I usually get a blank stare and are often asked, what does that mean? Most folks are acquainted with tree contractor firms, but not so much what the job of a consultant is. The common impression is when […]
Photo Gallery: 2024 Mary Ann McNulty Memorial Golf Classic
A little bit of rain wasn’t enough to dampen the spirits for another sold out Mary Ann McNulty Memorial Golf Classic. This popular annual event, named in honor of CAI Keystone Past President Mary Ann McNulty was held on Monday, September 23 at Cedarbrook Country Club in Blue Bell, PA. Unfortunately, the rain did force […]
Photo Gallery: 2024 Keystone Executive Leadership Retreat
CAI Keystone’s 3rd Annual Keystone Executive Leadership Retreat presented by Alliance Association Bank was held on September 11-13, 2024 at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Lancaster County Convention Center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Management company CEOs, senior level staff, and large-scale community managers gathered for this one-of-a-kind executive education and leadership program that included […]
The Seed of Security
Plant the seed of financial security this budget season. Proper reserve funding ensures your community’s growth. SPONSORED CONTENT IT’S BUDGET SEASON! One of the most crucial components of any community association budget is the Reserve Fund. This portion of the budget covers the amount of money your community needs to save throughout the year to meet […]
Quick Correspondence: Utilizing Simple Technology to Work Smarter
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first article in CAI Keystone’s new Working Smarter: Tips & Tricks series. Our Working Smarter series highlights easy to implement productivity enhancement tools and strategies that members can benefit from and begin using right away. Sarah K. HashTaylor Management Company In the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of community management, one of […]
Your Guide to HOA Financing Options
SPONSORED CONTENT When it’s time for one of your homeowners associations to finance a capital project, how do you help them secure the funds? You could charge homeowners a special assessment or dip into HOA cash reserves, but those options put burdens on the homeowners or the association. Another option to consider is financing from […]
Healthy Water, Happy Community: The Essential Guide to Proactive Pond Maintenance
By: John Phelps, SOLitude Lake Management Editor’s Note: This article was developed in part with the aid of artificial intelligence. The content was thoroughly reviewed and vetted by the author and edited for style and clarity by CAI Keystone. When it comes to managing properties and nurturing community spaces, ensuring the long-term health and beauty […]
Summer Safety Tips for Community Associations
Editor’s Note: This article courtesy of PS&S and first appeared in their July 2024 Recipe for Success. Thanks to Dave Kiessling, R.C.S., R.S., Vice President, who granted CAI Keystone permission to share via our blog. Community Associations play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of their residents. From managing outdoor activities to […]
Prepare for a Hot Summer!
Get your lawn, trees, and shrubs ready for the hottest days of the year with tips from SavATree’s expert arborists. Summer heat can damage delicate roots and cause plants to succumb to insects and diseases. SavATree uses soil tests to identify necessary soil enhancements to help your plants thrive during extreme conditions. They apply organic treatments that rebuild the organic profile of your soil, giving your lawn and plants better water-holding capacity, improved nutrient retention, increased beneficial microbial activity, and better soil structure. With proper watering and organic mulch, your trees and shrubs will be able to weather the heat and thrive.
Shining the Spotlight on Tidewater Property Management
Company BasicsName of company: Tidewater Property Management, Inc., AAMCPrincipal of company: Gail Windisch, CMCA, AMS, PCAMYear company was founded: 1989# of employees: 75States in which your company operates: Maryland, DC, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia Company Contact InformationAddress: 3600 Crondall Lane, Suite 100, Owings Mills, MD 21117Phone #: (800) 761-5977E-mail address: info@tidewaterproperty.comWebsite: www.tidewaterproperty.com Company NarrativeFounded […]