Do you need a flood insurance advocate?

Since 2012 there have been lots of changes to the National Flood Insurance Program. It has been confusing for homeowners and policy holders. FEMA announced an Interim Office of the Flood Insurance Advocate on December 19, 2014. The advocate will be tasked with offering specialized assistance to citizens who have issues with the NFIP. The…

Chris Curtin named the first Common Interest Community Ombudsman for Delaware

In August, Delaware Governor Jack Markell signed a bill creating an Office of the Common Interest Community Ombudsman as part of the Department of Justice. The Ombudsman will receive and investigate complaints regarding potential violations of the law, regulations or governing documents for condominium and homeowner associations. When the program is finalized, homeowners will have…

Prevention or Reaction – Is it as easy as a checklist?

Can preventive maintenance foster fewer claims in your community? Yes. In some cases, the units where claims occur have not done consistent home maintenance. Regular home maintenance could avoid potential claims. How to prevent these claims? Send the condominium owners, especially in second home communities, a list of helpful hints to maintain the home. Here…