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the roof shingles. In fact, maintenance or replacement of roof flanges may help extend the useful life of the over all roof. So, combining proactive or preventative maintenance within your program is a must. Deferred maintenance consists of maintenance items that are scheduled in advance, such as exterior building washing and painting, seal coating and line striping, and fence or deck re-staining. This type of work is com pleted on a rotating schedule. Some communities complete these types of projects site wide every four or five years. Others prefer dividing the community into sections, completing one section each year over the four- or five-year span. Too often, deferred maintenance items are skipped when the board is looking to cut the budget. CONTINUES ON PAGE 26

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We understand your association is comprised of individual unit owners seeking to protect the value of their homes. For that reason, we offer fee structures for your community including hourly, retainer, or hybrid arrangements. In appropriate cases, we offer representation on a full or partial contingent fee basis. Our complement of services includes the following:

• Collect Delinquent Assessments • Draft and Negotiate Service Contracts • Municipal Services Act Reimbursement • Fair Housing Compliance

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