Making Payments Easy: Your Guide to Monthly Assessments
Ensuring every community thrives depends on timely assessment payments, and we want to make this process as convenient as possible for you. This guide outlines the various ways you can pay your monthly assessments. While each association is a little different...
After-Hours Emergencies: Your Guide to Prompt Assistance
At Advantage Management, we're committed to ensuring your comfort and safety, even outside of regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm). For true after-hours emergencies, we have a dedicated line: 312-447-0911 (please do not text this number). To...
Spring is Here: Community Living Reminders
Now that spring has arrived, it’s time to enjoy the warmer weather, spend more time outdoors, and tackle those long-awaited projects. Your property management team is actively scheduling essential spring maintenance and cleaning tasks to keep your community in top...
The Importance of Reading Your Emails and Monitoring Your Association Account
Living in an association comes with shared responsibilities and the necessity of staying informed about association matters. One of the most effective ways to do this is by regularly checking your emails and monitoring your association account. Failing to do so can...
The Importance of Homeowners in an Association Following The Rules and Regulations
Living in a community offers a unique blend of private homeownership and shared responsibilities. Associations are typically governed by rules and regulations outlined in documents such as the bylaws, covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs). These rules...
Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth and Change at Advantage Management
As we approach the end of 2024, we take a moment to reflect on an exciting and transformative year for Advantage Management. We've been fortunate to grow our family by adding 30 new properties from the Chicagoland area, and we extend a warm welcome to all our new...
Tips to Winterize Your Home Before You Leave for the Winter
Heading out for a winter getaway or planning to leave your home for an extended period can be both exciting and stressful. While you're dreaming of sun-drenched beaches or snowy mountain escapes, it's essential to ensure your home is properly winterized before you go....
Balancing Increasing Assessments and Saving for Reserves in Associations
As associations navigate the complex landscape of property management, two pressing issues often take center stage: the need to increase assessments and the necessity of building adequate reserve funds. Striking the right balance between these two priorities is...
Empowering Owners for a Better Community
Living in an association offers many benefits, including shared amenities and a sense of community. However, a community's smooth functioning often hinges on its residents' involvement and influence. Engaging with the Association can enhance your living experience and...
Understanding Open Board Meetings for Associations in Illinois
The Importance of Open Board Meetings Open board meetings are a cornerstone of transparency and community engagement in associations. In Illinois, the Condominium Property Act mandates that board meetings must generally be open to all deeded unit owners. This ensures...