LandArc Hosts Training for Active Adult Communities

LandArc is proud to welcome Judy Julison, renowned expert in 55+ communities and former National Director of Lifestyle for Del Webb, who will train our staff at an upcoming event in North Carolina. 

LandArc Hosts National Active Adult Training Event

Spring 2013 Newsletter

Active Adult Centers Replacing Senior Centers

Many senior centers are being renamed as active adult centers.  The simple fact of it is that many people do not like being called “senior citizens.”  These people do not want to stop doing the activities they enjoy.  Age is just a number to these people.  A number which does not reflect their energy or desire to enjoy life to the fullest.

LandArc specializes in the management of highly amenitized active adult communities.  Our portfolio includes several communities in Michigan, North Carolina, and Georgia.  Our commitment to providing a fulfilling active lifestyle surpasses our competitors.  Find us on Facebook and Twitter to ask us any questions you might have about the property management services we provide.

Click here to read more about senior centers which are now active adult centers:

http://standardspeaker.com/news/senior-centers-now-active-adult-centers-1.1489489

Spring Has Sprung

Now that spring is here and the last frost of the season likely over, here are some things to watch out for in your association;

Property Signage: appearance is everything when it comes to the home values in your association.  The association sign is the first thing people see upon entering an association.  There were a lot of instances this past winter where the snow would melt and then refreeze which can weather your association sign as well as other signs throughout your community.  A routine inspection could save a lot of grief in the future

Concrete: freezing and refreezing can be especially hard on concrete as well.  When melted snow seeps into gaps and the sidewalks and refreezes, it expands which creates cracks in the concrete.  Over time, the winter damage caused to concrete could be a potential safety hazard.  If someone were to fall on a crack in the concrete and get hurt, the association would likely be held responsible.  If you see concrete damage in your association, contact LandArc at (888) 646-9888 and we will see what can be done about it.

Pot holes: Winter can also be very hard on roads creating pot holes in streets and parking lots.  These could become hazardous if not dealt with promptly.

Parking spaces: time and weathering can cause parking spaces to fade.  Is this an issue in your association?

Outdoor lighting: check to see if any street lights or  other external lighting is burnt out within your community.

Landscaping: LandArc has a strong working relationship with our vendors.  Now may be the time to address landscaping needs within your association.

Security: ensure that all residents are aware of security systems and procedures that are in place.

For any questions you might have, call LandArc at (888) 646-9888.

To view the source used for this post, click here: http://www.propertymanager.com/2013/04/spring-is-finally-here/

Welcome Dee Dee Blizard

LandArc is glad to welcome Dee Dee Blizard to our team as VP of Community Management.  Dee Dee brings 15 years of experience working in our industry.  *Not only does Dee Dee have extensive experience as a community manager, but her passionate commitment to customer service can be described as follows:

"...I have always worked by and through relationships. It is remarkably easy to provide first class service consistently in meeting the needs and exceeding the expectations of your clients when you value the relationship. When it's more than a transaction, it's transforming - both personally and professionally." - Dee Dee Blizard

Community Associations Institute:

APCM National Board (2012-2014)

Certified Manager of Community Associations

Association Management Specialist

Professional Community Association Manager

Washington, DC Association of Realtors, Inc.

Graduate Realtor Institute

Construction Arbitration Services:

New Construction & Warranty Arbitrator

Center for Alternative Dispute Resolution:

Mediator

National Center for Housing Management:

Certified Manager of Housing

Certified Occupancy Specialist

Site-Based Budget Specialist

Certified Manager of Maintenance

National Association of Power Engineers:

Low Pressure Boiler Certification

*Edited 5/9/13

LandArc Spring Board Review

Active Adult Market Improving

There are more signs that the housing market is improving. A small active adult community is being planned for construction in northwest Virginia. This new community, called River Crossing at Spring Arbor, will be located in Spotsylvania County. There will be an age restriction of 55 or older. The community will contain 33 single family houses and 30 villas.

Construction has also begun for Carolina Arbors in Durham North Carolina, which will be managed by LandArc. This is another sign that the housing market is improving and builders are more willing to invest their earnings in constructing active adult communities to support the lifestyle of retirees.

For more information about River Crossing at Spring Arbor, click here:

http://news.fredericksburg.com/businessbrowser/2013/04/12/active-adult-community-planned-in-spotsylvania/#