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Asphalt: Plain & Simple

In our work preparing Reserve Studies, we find that a relatively small number of components typically dominate the findings of the report. Three of the most influential components are roofing, painting/siding, and asphalt.

Duck Dynasty vs HOA (aka: Don’t I have rights in this country?)

As you probably know, Duck Dynasty is an American reality television series on the A&E cable channel that portrays the lives of the Robertson family,

There is no “Whoops” in Reserve Funding

We have now trained three young drivers in the Nordlund household. I always start training with the concept of personal responsibility – there’s no “whoops” in driving!

Reserve Planning: Practical Application (Part 1 of 6)

Because association boards are run by volunteers with typically high turnover, fundamental education will always be at the heart of their success. Within my 2014 newsletters to you,

Why Paint Stucco?

Stucco is a rough substance, containing cement, sand, water and lime, used for covering the exterior walls of a building and is very common in Southwest states.

A Sci-Fi Reserve Study Site Inspection

Recently, I was on my way to perform a Reserve Study Site Inspection for a mid-rise condominium in downtown Los Angeles.