The second of the five key attributes to a happily managed community is to maintain regular communications. We all know how a lack of communication can wreak havoc on any relationship, and it’s no different for communities. Owners rely on their elected boards to work on their behalf and to inform them of progress on the stated yearly goals. Boards rely… Read more »
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Community Association as Corporation
A Sterling colleague and I recently attended one of the Community Associations Institute’s (CAI) member educational meetings. As noted on its website, the CAI has more than 33,500 members dedicated to building better communities, and works in partnership with 60 chapters to provide information, education and resources to community associations and the professionals supporting them. Our instructor did a… Read more »
The Importance of Setting Clear Objectives for a Well-Managed Community
The first of the five key attributes to a happily managed community is to validate that the management company and the association have agreed upon objectives. Although it seems simple enough, clearly defined and articulated objectives can be overlooked when developing a relationship or on-boarding a new community. I’d like to illustrate why this simple exercise is so important,… Read more »
Successfully Finding a New Property Management Firm
Community association trustees, when looking for professional services, search for partners who will deliver deep industry knowledge and expertise for their community, turning in superior work at a price that matches commitment. With lawyers and engineers, association trustees understand the premium paid for retaining the best in the business. The same level of consideration should be afforded when selecting a property… Read more »
Five Key Attributes to a Happily Managed Community
A lot has changed in the 20+ years since Sterling Property Management began serving New Jersey commercial properties, homeowner associations (HOAs), condos and co-ops. We’re proud and honored to work as property managers for Sterling’s client communities. First and foremost, thank you for entrusting your community’s success to Sterling. Here are five key activities we believe help us to do that…. Read more »
How Sterling’s New Jersey Communities Prepare for Winter Storms
In New Jersey, we’ve been lucky so far, it’s mid-January and the weather’s been mild. But, as we brace for the first big winter storm, I thought it might be a good time to help people understand how our property managers prepare for the bad weather on behalf our client’s communities. Cold weather preparedness is… Read more »
The Role of the Property Manager
As agents for the homeowner associations and commercial properties we manage in New Jersey, Sterling’s property managers are often seen by owners as the full decision-makers for the properties we serve. Nothing can be further from the truth. As much as a property manager has influence, he or she has no authority without the consent of the… Read more »
Don’t Let Your Maintenance Issues Slow Down Your Summer
Summer is finally here and as always, moving along very quickly. As you enjoy time outside, those projects and plans you had intended to undertake in April seem like an impediment to your summer plans Whether it is power washing the patio, painting the deck or just cleaning up, it’s on your brain and not… Read more »
Sterling Property Management Launches New Website
Sterling Property Management announced the launch of a new Website today. The site is clean, modern and also mobile friendly. The site contains a wealth of knowledge about the company’s services as well as links for tenants to request building maintenance services. Sterling is a full service property management company headquartered in Red Bank, New… Read more »
