Trestle Community Management today introduced the capability for Board Members to approve reserve payments and transfers from their mobile device (cell phone, tablet or personal computer) from anywhere, at any time. This new capability makes it easier and more convenient for Board Members to approve transactions, so they may be carried-out by Trestle more quickly. […]
Trestle Community Management announced today that its President, Bob Brencic, earned his Association Management Specialist (AMS®) credential becoming one of only 6,000 managers worldwide who have earned this prestigious designation. The AMS designation, as awarded by the Community Associations Institute (CAI), recognizes ongoing professional development and industry expertise for community managers. AMS designees must pass […]
Trestle Community Management announced the hire of Melissa Musser as Suburban Growth Practice Director. Reporting to Trestle’s President, Melissa’s role will build a Practice area focused on developer and declarant community formation and trustee services, through transition to member owners, for large scale, homeowner and master associations. “Home developers need highly specialized management experience in […]
Trestle Community Management announced today that two of its Community Managers have elevated their professional credentials to Association Management Specialist (AMS®) as awarded by the Community Associations Institute (CAI). All Trestle Community Managers are now AMS certified demonstrating Trestle’s commitment to providing the highest quality knowledge, skill and professionalism possible to Clients. Stephanie Brencic, Senior […]
Trestle Community Management today introduced “The Depot” meeting area. As part of Trestle’s relocation into our new premier office space, the Depot was specifically designed to enable Client Boards of Directors to hold productive and efficient business meetings, no matter the physical location of any person. Trestle adopted the term “The Depot” to reflect train […]
Trestle today announced that four of its Community Managers have elevated their professional credentials awarded by Community Associations Institute (CAI). Association homeowners, board members and community developers seek qualified professionals to manage their communities. They have fiduciary responsibilities that compel them to make decisions that can have profound financial and social impacts on their communities. […]
Trestle Community Management announced today it has acquired the community management business of McCue and Associates, Inc. The combination creates a mid-sized firm with management of more than 50 communities and 2,600 homes in the Seattle area, with a pure focus on managing community associations. Trestle, known for its excellent client satisfaction and value priced […]
Washington state enacted a new Common Interest Community (CIC, condominiums, homeowner associations, and real estate cooperatives) law that went into effect July 1, 2018. The new law, formally labelled RCW 64.90, applies in whole to all Common Interest Communities created after July 1, 2018, replacing both the Condo Act (RCW 64.34) and the HOA Act […]
The curb appeal of your community depends on each resident maintaining their property as completely as possible. For those who keep their homes and yards well maintained, the association should thank them for their efforts and good examples. A Board should encourage all residents to pay particular attention to the following maintenance items. Exterior paint. Paint […]
Finding a contractor who will perform quality work at a reasonable price can be a daunting task. Sometimes it just seems easiest to hire a relative or someone living in your community that is somewhat handy. But that can lead to trouble in many ways. The following warning signs can alert you to unscrupulous, disorganized, […]