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In my previous “Construction Monitors” article, I promised to discuss the perspective of the developer (owner/borrower) and equity partners for hiring an independent third-party construction consultant to monitor their development projects. Most ofte...

Atlanta, GA – March 22, 2017 – zumBrunnen, Inc., an independent building consulting firm, is presenting an educational session at the LeadingAge Georgia & South Carolina Annual Conference & Expo being held March 27-29, 2017 in Hilton Hea...

If your project financing includes banking with a commercial real estate lender, chances are your lender will require the services of a bank inspector.  The borrower may have some say in this matter as to whom this will be.  As an alternative, borrow...

In my newsletter articles this year, we have been discussing new trends in energy codes along with energy-saving initiatives that Owners could take right now as part of their normal operating procedures and capital replacement plans.  The last a...

The final section of this blog series focuses on insuring your assets from the potential impact of costly lawsuits. When evaluating insurance, whether it is property and casualty; directors and officers; the various liability policies; worker’s compe...

Atlanta, GA, February 1, 2017 – zumBrunnen, Inc., an independent building consulting firm, is proud to announce recent project commissions for clients in 13 states throughout the U.S. zumBrunnen’s services on the new projects include: constructi...

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) “Safety first” may be a common cliché, but it is fundamental in the management of your assets, whether it be real property or the safety of employees and residents. Vital concerns involve safe prac...

Key Elements of Building Security Security is about protection and prevention, important facets of asset management in the overall operation of senior living communities. In past years, high-profile cases of unauthorized entry, theft, and abuse has h...

Atlanta, GA, October 25, 2016 – zumBrunnen, Inc., an independent building consulting firm, is exhibiting at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting & Exposition being held October 30 – November 2, 2016 in Indianapolis, IN. Representatives from zumBrun...

Atlanta, GA, October 5, 2016 – zumBrunnen, Inc., an independent building consulting firm, is exhibiting at the Community Associations Institute Southeast Florida (CAI-SEFL) Trade Show on October 13, 2016 in Hallandale, FL. Representatives from z...