Collecting fees electronically
It’s not business as usual for any condo community or HOA right now. Some homeowners have been temporarily laid off because of COVID-19. Wages have been drastically reduced for others. People are struggling to make ends meet. Managers and boards may be asking if they can defer or reduce monthly fees to help ease the […]
Communication tools all condos should have
What’s the best way to reach hundreds of condo residents all at once? This is a question that many property managers and boards struggle with. Condo communities work best when there is a continuous exchange of information, but communicating with hundreds of people can be pretty challenging. Fortunately, there are some useful communication tools that […]
HOA communication strategies
At its simplest, an HOA is a governing structure for a planned community. It takes care of certain items, in exchange for a fee, and maintains the atmosphere and value of the community.An HOA also creates CC&Rs, bylaws, and rules and regulations that homeowners need to abide by. Rules are different for every community, but some common rules address […]
Property Management Template
Property managers have an endless list of responsibilities to take care of. From marketing their client’s property to working with board members to enforce rules, to scheduling maintenance repairs, a property manager doesn’t have much time to waste.There’s a lot of paperwork that comes with managing a condo or HOA association, which ironically, takes up […]
Condo association communication standards
Do you have a system for communicating with your condo community? If not, you may want to take some time to create one. Communication standards are important in any workplace, and condo associations are no different. People who have never had to manage a condo don’t understand how challenging the role can be, and they […]
Condo Control Central receives FCAP award
Condo Control Central is thrilled to announce that it has been named the 2020 winner of the Platinum Readers’ Choice Award for Technology & Communications. The award was presented to us by the Florida Community Association Journal (FLCAJ), a periodical supported by Florida Community Association Professionals (FCAP). Condo Control Central was 1 of 19 nominees […]
Electronic communication and condo laws: What you need to know
Do you have an idea of how much paper your condo association used last year? You may have lost track, but you probably sent out thousands of pages to your residents. In an effort to reduce printing costs, and their environmental impact, some property managers have decided to send out electronic documents to homeowners. There […]
Choosing the right condo communication system
If you’ve been looking for a communication system for your condo, you already know that there are a lot of options to choose from. But more is not always better when you’re trying to find the best option.The truth is, there may be more than one great communication system option for your condo association. It […]
Effective HOA communication tools
Good communication goes a long way. It is the foundation of any happy HOA. When there is clear and effective communication between homeowners and management, it has a positive impact on the overall wellbeing of the association. Conversely, when owners don’t receive the information they need, they can feel lost and left out. During emergencies […]
Tips for writing emails about COVID-19: A guide for condos and HOAs
COVID-19 has rapidly transformed the way that we work and live. Social distancing has become the new normal, meaning we have to find alternative ways to communicate with each other. During this turbulent time, residents are looking to condo and HOA leaders and managers for guidance. If you are in a leadership position, you have […]
An introduction to virtual meetings
Virtual meetings connect people who, for whatever reason, cannot be in the same physical location. Attendees can use audio or video to communicate in real time. Many conferencing platforms have even developed a phone app so that people can stay connected without having to be in front of a computer. Virtual meetings are becoming more […]
Tracking maintenance requests
Property managers can count on creating maintenance requests. Sometimes they can even plan for scheduled maintenance repairs. However, they can’t always plan for exactly when an elevator will break down or a gate will stop working. Maintaining a condo or HOA could easily be a full-time job, but that is just one of the many […]
How to create a property management agreement contract
Is your HOA or condo community talking about bringing a property management company on board? That’s exciting news! Property management companies can be extremely valuable. They help board members who are overwhelmed by the amount of work it takes to run a residential community. Download our free property management agreement contract Property management […]
Importance of a property management checklist
Property managers are expected to do a lot. When they say they are busy, that’s almost certainly an understatement. From collecting payments to creating a communication system for the condo or HOA to advancing improvement projects, property managers take on multiple responsibilities to ensure their community is at its best. Every property manager should have […]
Work orders for condos/HOAs
Work orders are crucial to keeping track of work that must be completed in a condo or HOA. A work order helps associations and maintenance professionals keep track of what maintenance work is required, how long it should take, approximately how much the job will cost, and what materials are required to complete the job. […]
