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Learn how Ed O’Connell and his HOA narrowly avoided a catastrophe and took action for the safety of their community.
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In this episode, we sit down with Ed O’Connell to uncover how his HOA board averted a structural crisis in their 60-year-old condominium in Falls Church, Virginia. Ed walks us through how proactive management, quick decision-making, and clear communication with homeowners prevented a catastrophe like the one seen in Florida. From identifying structural issues to evacuating residents and securing funding for repairs, Ed and his team expertly navigated the situation, ensuring their HOA stayed out of the news. Tune in to hear about the importance of strong leadership, teamwork, and the strategies that allowed them to handle financial and insurance aspects effectively.

Contact Ed O'Connell: [email protected]

Chapters
00:00 A crises was averted thanks to the HOA 
00:50 Introduction to Ed O'Connell
04:03 How Ed’s HOA spotted a potential structural disaster
06:29 Immediate actions and evacuation of the building 
11:39 How Ed’s HOA dealt with rehousing people in his HOA 
13:14 AD Break - Community Financials 
13:56 How Ed’s HOA handled communication & coordination with owners 
21:52 How Ed’s HOA handled the financial and insurance aspects
26:52 Final outcome and future considerations

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