Hoa Talk Time

This is the pilot episode of HOA Talk Time as a Vidcast!  Find out how life in the new HOA Talk Time studio and office has impacted their lives...particularly Z and his continued parking woes.  This episode's guest is Jonathan Doro, Managing Director of Vinteum.  They are software company that works with HOA's, kinda like Tab and Z.  How do they stack up? Find out more about Vinteum and their products at: vinteum.io    

HOA Talk Time is back!  This episode Z discusses his dilemma about his home shutters.  Does he fall into the HOA violation trap yet again for an unauthorized modification to his home?  Or does he take things into his own hands?  Find out! 

First ever emergency podcast!  Live from New York City.  Z discusses New York City parking.  Not fun at all!  

The end is near for Game of Thrones...but not the end for Tab and Z.  Is society just too caught up in pop culture like Z or just plain do not care like Tab?!   This week, Tab and Z interview a loyal listener of the show, Mitch Drimmer.  Find out more about his unique perspective on HOA's.  His intro song should really be the opening music of The Soprano's.  Find out why!     

In this episode, Z asks Tab THE most important question...has he ever been cited for an HOA violation?!  The answer is not surprising! This week features an interview with The Builder Chicks.  Find out how two innovative and creative women, quit their day jobs to form a very successful custom furniture and home projects business.   Check out The Builder Chicks interview on WJLA Channel 7 https://wjla.com/news/local/dc-tops-list-of-most-supportive-cities-for-women-owned-businesses?fbclid=IwAR0gvIlx8BqPhSPanTFI7UUTJFSVP3UkexOZrmSgMOGiVtCNgMnwBXXafzg For more information about The Builder Chicks and their services, go to: https://www.builderchicks.com/

This week Tab and Z discuss the phenomenon known as the "nuisance neighbor"!  We all have dealt with one...however Tab takes his brand of justice to another level!  Z of course takes a modern approach. Bob Gourley of Ask Mister Condo is back!  Hear about some of his nuisance issues he has seen over the years.  Though Bob is physically in a new location, you can always track him down at www.AskMisterCondo.com 

The guys are back....again!  This episode features Andrew Fortin, Senior Vice President of External Affairs for Associa, one of the largest property management companies in the country.  Topics include the history of the HOA, when it began and where it is headed.  Also featured in this episode is a contest to win a free book written by John Carona, CEO of Associa.  Make sure and submit your best photo of you the listener with a celebrity...see if you can out-do Z!   For more information about Andrew Fortin, you can contact him at: Email: afortin@associoaonline.com Find out more about John Carona on an episode of Undercover Boss at: https://www.associaonline.com/about/news/2017/april/05/associa-chairman-and-ceo-john-carona-to-appear-on-cbss-undercover-boss-friday-may-5  

Tab and Z are finally back...again!  Z discusses his experience of attending a Redskins game and how that relates to HOA inspections?! This episode features live segments of Oktoberfest, Winchester VA..hosted by Z's HOA.  Interviews include Jean Evans, a real estate agent who gives her perspective on things and Stacy Jackson, who co-hosted the event and is on the HOA events committee!   Looking to buy or sell a home in Virginia, give Jean "The Closer" Evans a call! 540-336-8274  JeanCanClose@gmail.com JeanCanClose.com      

After a several month hiatus, the guys are back!  Get a recap on what has transpired.  

This week Z goes solo for the show intro and discusses a topic that has been bothering him for a while...handicap parking spots!  What does that have anything to do with anything...find out! This week's guest features acclaimed author Paul Goldberg. The former Washington DC reporter has put out a new book titled The Chateau.  This comedy fiction story centers around a corrupt condo association in Florida that mimics the current Trump America we live in today.  Hmm..sounds like a documentary!  This is a must read! For more information about Paul Goldberg go to: http://www.paulgoldberg.com/the-chateau.html Pick up your copy of The Chateau today.  Tell them Tab and Z sent you..maybe they will give you a discount!  

In this episode, Z is fighting sleep deprivation as he enjoys the fruits of being a dad again!  Can he even make it through this episode without falling asleep behind the mic?!  This week's guest features Stan Hrincevich, president of the Colorado HOA Forum, the largest and most recognized HOA advocacy organization.  Let's just say, Stan is not exactly a fan of CAI...they don't really like him either!  Find out why!  For more information on alternative information resource to CAI go to http://www.coloradohoaforum.com/

This is the Super Bowl edition of HOA Talk Time where Z discusses his own personal Super Bowl...Super Bowl baby perhaps on the way!  This week Tab and Z have a robust discussion about real estate agents.  What do they really do?  Also, they guys break down a recent phone call of an applicant to their inspection company who happens to be a real estate agent. Let's just say, maybe you should stick to your day job!

In this episode Tab brings up the crazy idea that there are parallels between the instant replay controversy in football and HOA inspections?!  The even crazier thing is that Z totally agrees! This week features Tab going solo, interviewing past guest Bruce Grebin, insurance expert with Farmers Insurance out of Scottsdale Arizona.  Tab discusses the need to verify if contractors working on your home have Certificate of Insurance to protect you the homeowner...in Tab's case to make sure his compound doesn't get obliterated by improperly covered workers..oh the tragedy! Find out more about Bruce Grebin and his services: Bruce Grebin Farmers Insurance   6609 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 105   Scottsdale, AZ 85250-7801 480-598-1110 (Office) 480-422-7333 (Fax) bgrebin@farmersagent.com http://www.farmersagent.com/bgrebin  

This is the end of the year episode. What better way to end the year than having Z get a violation notice!  Is it cosmic karma or just the way it is?! This week Tab and Z have a listener of the show from Florida call in to discuss their own issues with their property manager/board member.  She has to deal with a property manager who not only instills fear into the neighbors of the community but even flicked her off when she asked him for help???!!! Come on people, what has this world come to!??!  Thank you all for listening and hope you have a Happy New Year and see you all in 2018!  

In this episode, Tab and Z go over listener comments about the show.  Word of advice...if you are going to leave an email for the guys to respond, leave a legit one...they don't bite!  This week features HOA Talk Time's new beat reporter Rickey.  He is a professional pan handler and former guest who will be asking questions to people out in the streets of Gaithersburg Maryland.  Finally Bob Gourley of Ask Mister Condo is back for a segment about water usage in an HOA/Condo association.  Does a homeowner have a right to find out exactly how much water was used in a community when the HOA pays for the water? Go to www.AskMisterCondo.com . Bob Gourley has you covered! 

In this episode, Tab and Z discuss an issue that is plaguing the nation...bullying.  But not the kind you might be thinking.  Listen to Z go off on what he coined "reverse bullying".  It's the HOA inspection company, property managers and HOA board members who are victims, not the homeowners.  Time to take a stand! 

This week, Tab and Z discuss Tab's recent call-in to the Gary Sullivan Show.  Not only did Tab get his questioned answered, he managed to plug his own business, stroke Gary's ego, and get a prize for being such a great caller!  Z needs to start listening as well! Bob Gourley of Ask Mister Condo is back this week to discuss with all the hurricanes that are ravaging the US, do homeowners still need to pay their HOA/condo dues?  Is there any concessions made or is it just another storm homeowners have to face?! Go to www.AskMisterCondo.com to get your condo questions answered! Be like Tab and spend your entire weekend listening to Gary Sullivan at: https://garysullivan.iheart.com/

Who knew that running an HOA inspection company could take such a toll on one's body?!  With Tab in the concussion protocol and Z suffering from plantar fasciitis, maybe they need to have a nurse on staff at the office! This week's episode features a listener guest call-in from Laguna Hills, California.  Don and Cynthia McMullin discuss their legal battle with their HOA.  Let's just say, the amount of money spent on litigation will make your head spin!  To read the entire story of the McMullins, check out their blog at: https://thetaleofawallanelliegailnightmare.com/2017/09/02/caught-between-a-wall-and-a-hard-place/

In this episode Z makes a scene at an outlet mall...he may need to get out more!  This week features return guest Bruce Grebin of Farmers Insurance out of Scottsdale Arizona.  The guys have Bruce weigh in on the insurance side of the flooding that is going on with the recent hurricanes.   If you want to help with the victims of the hurricanes, go to www.redcross.org and donate today

In this episode Tab shows a different side of the ongoing love/hate relationship that lots of people have with HOA's.  His own HOA actually did something so great and positive, Z just might actually have to run for his own HOA board...look out world!  This week's interview features Danielle Dojack of Century 21 Redwood Realty.  She is a woman of many talents.  Realtor, property manager, and full of interesting stories.  This week Tab and Z focus on rental property management.  Rental properties always seem to hold a special place in the heart of HOA Talk Time...they provide endless material for everyone to enjoy! Ask any rental property manager like Danielle...never a dull moment! For more information on Danielle or if you are in the market to buy or sell a home in Virginia give her a call.  You won't regret it! Z said so!  Danielle Dojack Century 21 Redwood Realty/Associate Broker Asset Property Managment, LLC/ Property Manager-Owner 540-533-1279