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CONDO MEDIA

TABLE OF CONTENTS * OCTOBER 2014 * VOLUME XXV, NO. 10

The Ofﬁcial Publication of CAI New England

IN EVERY ISSUE

2 ............................................ From the CED's Desk
4 ............................................ President's Message
6 ............................................ CAI News
12 .......................................... CAI Regional News
22 .......................................... Asked & Answered
24 .......................................... Homeowner's Corner

COLUMNS

26 ..................................... Management

10 Obligations to Follow
Condominium Owners Know Their Rights;
They Should Also Recognize Their Responsibilities
By Nena Groskind

40 ..................................... Maintenance

COVER STORY
Page 32

On Deck
Four Factors When Considering Deck Replacement
By Eric Churchill

44 ..................................... Maintenance

Pounding the Pavement
A Sound Maintenance Plan Is Needed
By David Chesky, PRA, RS, RCS

THE RIGHT TO KNOW

What Info Should Be Shared
With Condo Owners?
By Nena Groskind

FEATURES

38 ..................................... Vendor Spotlight

RMX Northeast and Landmark Associates
Complementary Businesses Offering Full-Service Exterior Design,
Consulting, Building Construction, and Restoration
By Pamela Schweppe

RESOURCES

48 .......................................... CAI-NE Fall/Winter Service Directory
58 .......................................... Classiﬁed Service Directory
59 .......................................... Advertisers Index

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