This episode of the Common Interest Podcast features Tom Purrazzo from Hillcrest Property Management.

Whether you’re a Board Member or Community Association Manager, communication is key when addressing difficult situations. Tom shares some short stories and his advice on how to de-escalate conflicts, resolve neighbor disputes, reign in trash problems, navigate changes to assessments, and select great vendors. Check out this episode of Common Interest to learn how honest and timely communications can help you lead your association.

Communication Lightning Round
Tom Purrazzo from Hillcrest Property Management joins us for a lightning round on communication in associations. Topics include conflict de-escalation, neighbor disputes, trash management, changes to assessments, and vendor selection. Listen in for Tom’s perspective on how communication is key to association leadership.

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