CitiScape
Online Resource Guide:
Banking
Contractors
Community Trade Organizations
Insurance
Legal
Reserve Study
Sales & Leasing
Other Resources
Member's Area
The Online Resource Guide for CitiScape is a directory
of companies and organizations that we suggest as a
possible resource for you and/or your company. We have
worked with each company and organization listed extensively,
and each has assisted us with our goal of providing
the best service possible to all our clients and residents.
Please note that
the directory is a listing of companies and organizations
that we conduct our business with on a continual basis.
Based on our experience with each company or organization,
we suggest that you consider their services should they
apply to you. CitiScape Property Management, or any
of its affiliates, is not compensated for the inclusion
of any company and/or organization within this directory.
Furthermore, the inclusion of a company or an organization
in our directory, does not imply an endorsement or sponsorship
of that company, or the information, products or services
offered.
For more information,
please review our Terms of Use or contact us with the
information listed below.
Banking
First Bank
Homeowners Association Banking Services, through First
Bank, is recognized as the leader in community association
banking. Integrating assessment lockbox services, automatic
debit for dues payments, Reserve Account investment
strategies, home equity loans, and even large scale
construction loans, First Bank is the number one choice
in the Bay Area for all of your community association1s
banking needs. Contact Michael Kennedy at (800) 200-0013,
or at: michael.kennedy@fbol.com
to learn more about First Bank's commitment to HOA banking.
Bay Area Olympic Funding
Residential Mortgage Lending
As the largest residential mortgage broker in the San
Francisco Bay Area, and one of the largest in the country,
we understand the local environment and needs of condominium
owners. By maintaining relationships with over 100 lenders
- we can provide our borrowers a breadth of products
that best meet their needs and exemplary customer service.
Please let us know how we can help you. For more information
call Foster Weeks, at (415) 931-6200 extension 226 or
at (415) 819-0534.
Heritage Bank
Heritage Bank of Commerce, established in 1994, is a
regional community bank with solutions to meet the needs
of homeowner associations, from specialized loan programs
to customized deposit products. We combine HOA industry
experience with unparalleled personal service—an unbeatable
combination. To learn more about our association services contact: Gerriann Smith at 925.287.4801 or via email: gerriann.smith@herbank.com.
http://www.heritagebankofcommerce.com
Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender
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Contractors
Saarman
Construction, Ltd.
Founded as a family construction company twenty-five
years ago, Saarman Construction, Ltd. has grown a sound
reputation from these beginnings based on our commitment
to excellence in quality workmanship, attention to details,
customer service and speed in delivering a finished
product to you. Presently, Saarman employs approximately
250 individuals, ranging from administrative and office
personnel, civil engineers, estimators, project managers
and licensed general contractors to a very large trained
work force. To learn more about us, call Steve Saarman
at (415) 749-2700 ext. 229 or visit our website at http://www.saarman.com.
CitiScape
Maintenance Services (CMS)
CMS was created in order to provide excellent maintenance
service to CitiScape clients at the right price. Fully-licensed
and insured CMS-designated technicians arrive with the
skills, experience, demeanor, tools and transportation
required for the home improvement project or repair.
Services include general handyman, plumbing, electrical
and garage door and gate repairs, painting, power washing
and risk management inspections. CMS is available to
individual homeowners as well as homeowners associations.
Contact our service dispatch desk at: service@citiscapesf.com
DiGrande Brothers
DiGrande Brothers Landscape Maintenance, Inc. is a full-service
landscape maintenance company owned and operated by
native San Franciscan, Mario DiGrande. Since 1991 we’ve
provided complete maintenance services to high-end commercial
and residential properties in San Francisco. Whether
you’re a home owner’s association, a building manager,
or a private owner, we’ll work with you to bring out
the best in your green space. We specialize in luxury
residential gardens and urban landscapes—rooftop and
indoor spaces, estates, and corporate campuses. From
regular lawn maintenance and water management, to seasonal
shrub, flower, and tree care, our industry expertise,
family spirit and community commitment leads the way.
We take on even the largest, most demanding jobs with
a personalized, long-term approach that will add serious
appeal value to your property. Mario is always available
for one-on-one consultations to make sure our clients
get a landscaping solution tailored to their specific
needs. And with a team of highly trained, full-time
professionals, you’ll find that DiGrande Brothers is
the company you can depend on time and again. At DiGrande
Brothers, we care about more than making a profit. We
care about making the community a more vibrant place
to live. To learn more about us, call us at (415) 467-0141
or visit our website at http://www.digrandebrothers.com
Metro
Locksmiths, Inc.
Metro Locksmiths, Inc. has been
providing complete locksmith and security services for
the Bay Area since 1988.
They specialize in re-keying, servicing locks, and door
related hardware such as automatic door closers, panic
hardware, and door hinges for residential and commercial
applications. No job is too small. They offer competitive
pricing from the simplest lockout to multi-level master
key systems. Call Metro Locksmiths, Inc. for a free
estimate on all of your security needs including intercom
and multi-digital video surveillance systems. The turnaround
time for most lock services are the same day. You can
also visit their retail shop for a full selection of
duplicate keys, locks, door hardware, safes, specialty
doorbells, garage remote controls, and much more at
2045 Divisadero Street in San Francisco.
Call Metro Locksmiths, Inc. at (415) 673-3602.
Paragon
Remodel Inc.
Paragon Remodel Inc. is owned and operated in Oakland,
CA. As a licensed general contractor, with a focus on
kitchens and baths, Paragon Remodel is dedicated to
making your project as stress free as possible. All
successful kitchen and bath projects, whether brand
new or remodeled, share a number of important elements:
quality products, creative design, expert workmanship
and, above all, careful planning. We are dedicated to
providing the most professional level of service available.
From creative, yet practical design assistance, to impeccable
quality of construction performed on schedule and within
your budget. Please call for a free estimate: 510-636-8698
or contact Rebecca Fulton at rfulton@paragonremodel.com
Visit our website: www.paragonremodel.com.
CA State Contractors License: #817443
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Community Trade
Organizations
Executive Council of Home Owners (ECHO)
A nonprofit organization dedicated to the interests
of and controlled by condominium and planned development
owners and their owner associations. Visit our website
at http://www.echo-ca.org
for more information.
California Association of Community Managers
(CACM)
CACM is the only organization in the country whose membership
is comprised entirely of community association managers
and association practitioners. To learn more about the
education and training, visit our website at: http://www.cacm.org
Home Wise Docs
Home Wise Docs, the next generation in online document and delivery for community associations, provides reliable, around-the-clock, online access to all governing documents and critical data for lenders, escrow and title companies, real estate agents and homeowners from CitiScape's managed communities. Visit
their website at: http://www.homewisedocs.com for more information.
PPMA of San Francisco
The Professional Property Management Association of
San Francisco (PPMA) represents the professional management
of approximately 20,000 residential units and over 3
million square feet of office and commercial space in
the City and County of San Francisco. The PPMA offers
many excellent benefits to its members, and is proud
to be on the forefront of the political and legal fight
to protect property owners' Constitutional rights in
San Francisco. http://www.ppmaofsf.org
Build
It Green
Build it Green is a non-profit membership organization
whose mission is to promote healthy, energy-and-resource-efficient
building practices in California. http://www.builditgreen.org
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Insurance
Wells Fargo Insurance Services
CitiScape has chosen Wells Fargo Insurance Services,
formerly Acordia of California and the fifth largest
insurance broker in the United States, to handle our
consolidated insurance program. Our consolidated insurance
program is available to condo associations, co-op apartments,
apartment complexes and commercial properties that we
manage. Dorothy McCorkindale, their West Coast real
estate specialist, is our broker. Dorothy comes with
38 years experience in this area. Contact Dorothy: Dorothy_Mccorkindale@wellsfargois.com
Wells Fargo also has a personal lines division - Pam
Cantieri heads that department. You may contact Pam
for any personal insurance needs: Pamela_Cantieri@wellsfargois.com
The Greg Norris Insurance Agency, Inc.
Greg Norris Insurance is a full service insurance agency
offering auto, home, life and business insurance for
the past 16 years. We specialize in insuring homeowners
associations, and currently insure over 400 homeowners
associations, both condominiums and planned unit developments.
Our office is set up with a dedicated service staff
to properly service these accounts whether it be claims
reporting, coverage questions or providing insurance
documentation to lenders. We also offer supplemental
condominium policies to unit owners to ensure complete
coverage in the event of a loss. Contact us at: gregnorrisinsurance@2xtreme.net
, or call our offices at (415) 331-6500.
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Legal
Bickel & Associates
Bickel & Associates is a law firm offering a variety
of services to those who own, live in, or work with
common interest developments throughout Northern California.
Mr. Bickel publishes the "Condominium Bluebook",
a comprehensive guide to the latest statutes, rules
and regulations covering Common Interest developments.
To learn more about Bickel & Associates, or to order
the Bluebook on-line, visit our web site at: http://www.condobook.com/
Chapman & Intrieri, LLP
CHAPMAN & INTRIERI, L.L.P. is a general civil litigation
firm which focuses its practice on construction defect
litigation and day-to-day community association management
issues. We routinely deal with insurance related issues
and strive to provide timely response to all of our
client’s needs. To learn more about our services, visit
our web site at: http://www.chapmanandintrieri.com
Law Offices of Ann Rankin
High quality, affordable legal services to Common Interest
Development associations (HOA's), property owners and
management firms, with seven attorneys and four paralegals.
Visit our website at: http://www.annrankin.com/
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Reserve Study
Richard Avelar &Associates
We provide quality Reserve Studies, expert feasibility
reviews and cost effective construction management for
your common interest developments. To learn more about
our services, please contact Ken Kosloff at (510) 893-5501.
Barrera
& Company
Established in 1980, Barrera & Company has been
providing over 9,500 homeowner associations superior
service in capital reserve analysis and helping our
clients create a long-term financial plan in adequately
funded reserve balances. Our goal is to help homeowners
increase the long term value of their real estate investments
and avoid costly special assessments. For a free consultation
please call 800-543-8670 or e-mail damian@barreraco.com.
http://www.barreraco.com
Member: ECHO, CAI, CACM.
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Sales
& Leasing
FogCiti
FogCiti specializes in the sales and leasing of condominiums
exclusively within properties managed by CitiScape Property
Management Group. FogCiti offers discounts in leasing
and sales commissions only in CitiScape-managed buildings,
because we understand these condominiums are the best
managed and most desirable condominiums in The City.
FogCiti maintains a data base of prospective buyers
and renters of CitiScape-managed buildings.
FogCiti also organizes and manages Limited Liability
Partnerships for investment properties. For more information,
visit our website at www.fogciti.com
or e-mail Andy Dale at: adale@fogciti.com
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Other Resources
Allyson Wiley Photography
Allyson Wiley is an award winning photographer based out of San Francisco. Her work has been featured everywhere from Sunset Magazine, to ABC's 20/20. With a background in photo journalism and graduate work in commercial photography she has made a name for herself as a 'one stop photography shop.' More recently Allyson has been working with companies to revamp their marketing and visual material, including website and print material. Contact Allyson Wiley Photography (510) 847-0464 for rates.
http://www.allysonwiley.com
Classic
Sign Solutions
Classic Sign Solutions is located at 7208 Mission St.
in Daly City, California. Our main products are custom
designed vinyl graphic and lettered signs using state
of the art computerized equipment. These vinyl graphics
can be placed on whatever sign medium the customer chooses,
such as wood, glass, metal, plastic(s), banners and
even over an existing sign that needs to be replaced
or upgraded. These are only a few of the many solutions
that Classic Sign Solutions offers. We have a graphic
and logo design specialist, Cesar Espinoza, on staff
if you need design assistance. Call (650) 757-5150,
stop by the showroom or visit us on the web at:
http://classic-signs.com/index.html
Knoend Design
Knoend is a design company dedicated to bringing sustainable
solutions into design practices. We offer a variety
of design services including web design. We cultivate
long-term relationships with companies that share our
values and believe in the intrinsic power of design
to catalyse change. To find out more, please visit:
http://www.knoend.com
San Francisco Village
San Francisco Village (SFV) is a non-profit membership organization that empowers older adults to remain in their homes as they age. In November 2009, CitiScape and San Francisco Village created a new program for older adults living in the San Francisco apartment and condominium units managed by CitiScape. The development of the program was prompted by the growing needs of the 900+ older people living in buildings managed by CitiScape. This first-of-its-kind partnership provides social activities to prevent isolation and access to services that enable independent living, including delivered meals, transportation to medical appointments, routine checks on personal welfare, and assistance for many other services—all with a single phone call. For more information, please visit: http://www.sfvillage.org/
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