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SERVING AS THE BOARD'S
TRUSTED REPRESENTATIVE
Overseeing capital projects ranging from a half-million
dollars to upwards of $70 million makes Barkan an especially
valuable resource. Experienced in construction and
renovation/restoration, Barkan has well-established relationships
with companies that are renovation/restoration
specialists. The board can rely on Barkan's expertise in
all sectors of construction planning and implementation
and can count on Barkan
to provide a thorough
evaluation of all proposals
and make smart recommendations.
Depending
on the scope of the
project, Barkan serves as
the board's representative,
clerk of the works, and
coordinates all architects,
engineers, interior designers,
and project consultants.
Should funding
be required, Barkan can
assist the board in obtaining loans and debt fi nancing for
capital improvements or repairs, help with the preparation
of the loan application, and be involved with interaction/negotiations
with the lender and attorneys.
Barkan's senior management team assists boards in
defi ning and achieving their goals. In building long-term
relationships, providing creative solutions, and applying
leading-edge technology to challenging problems,
Barkan adds special value to its service offerings.
USING SUPERIOR TECHNOLOGY
Barkan utilizes Yardi Systems - an integrated software
platform that is considered the gold standard in the
property management industry. This superior technology
consolidates accounting, operations, and maintenance
management with real-time analytics and is accessible
to board members 24/7. Additionally, Barkan's clients
benefi t from Condo Café, an integrated resident portal
through Yardi that allows owners and residents to place
work orders, look up their account, view community
calendars and notifi cations, access condo docs and other
relevant information, and pay fees. These top-tier technologies
enable Barkan employees to do their job well
while also being effi cient and accurate and providing extra
conveniences to owners, residents, and board members.
CONSULTING WITH DEVELOPERS
Another component of Barkan's service offerings is
in the area of consulting. " We've proven how valuable
our contribution can be on residential and mixed-use
condominium projects in the development stage, "
says Bauman. Ultimately, the vast majority of these
assignments lead to the assumption of property management
responsibility when the building opens. As a result,
Barkan takes great pride in the impact it has on Boston's
most notable condominium addresses from inception
through the initiation of operations and beyond.
Barkan provides consulting services for developers ranging
from budgeting to scope of resident services, staffi ng,
building commissioning, opening, and stabilization.
PEOPLE YOU CAN TRUST:
TRAINED, EXPERIENCED,
TENURED
Barkan has an experienced
staff of more than 700
employees, some of whom
are 25+ year veterans, all
of whom are dedicated
to delivering quality services
in on-site operations,
management, fi nancial
reporting, capital projects,
maintenance, consulting,
and resident relations. The majority of Barkan's Account
Executives have the designation of Professional Community
Association Manager (PCAM) and/or Certifi ed
Property Manager (CPM).
" There's no question that our people are our greatest
asset, especially because we're service providers, " said
Bauman. " We are proud that most of our offi cers and account
executives have earned the most elite distinctions
in the property management industry, demonstrating
their advanced skills and knowledge of all sectors. "
" One of the ways Barkan has set the standard for excellence
has been by hiring people who are committed to a
career in property management and providing them with
the training, tools, and the support they need to surpass the
expectations of our clients, " added Peter M. Barkan, CEO
of The Barkan Companies. " And in an industry known for
high turnover, Barkan has excellent employee retention. "
FOCUSING ON CLIENT SATISFACTION
In all aspects of its business, Barkan Management
adheres to the highest standards of professionalism,
and it has the track record to prove it. With decades of
experience and a fully credentialed executive team, the
company maintains its focus on client satisfaction.
" We're always working to better ourselves and care deeply
about our reputation and the well-being and success of our
clients, " says Bauman. " We also never lose sight of the fact
that we have two clients, those who pay us and those we pay. "
For more information about how Barkan Management
Company can serve your association, call (617) 482-5500,
or visit barkanco.com.
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