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Some Things to Think About When Dealing With Association Contractors.

1.         Do not sign the contractor's proposal.

2.         Have an attorney prepare anything bigger than a nominal contract.

3.         Make sure any conflicts with the contractor, Board and/or manager are fully disclosed and reflected in the minutes.

4.         Do not forget to review the contract's termination language as soon as the Board becomes unhappy with the contractor.

5.         Keep current proof of insurance on file.

6.         Communicate dissatisfaction in writing.

7.         Terminate the contract according to the contract's termination provision.

8.         Do not hire a replacement contractor until the old contractor is terminated.

9.         Keep the money if performance has been unsatisfactory.

10.       Advise the Association's attorney of the dispute early.

11.       Bite back if the Association has a claim against the contractor.

12.       Preserve all evidence if possible.

13.       Notify the Association's insurance carrier of damage, dispute and/or lawsuit.