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Regulatory compliance in condo/HOA management: Navigating evolving laws

The legal system isn’t generally known for its speed, but that doesn’t mean changes are slow or gradual when it comes to condo and HOA legislation. If you live in a state or province subject to extensive statutory frameworks, changes occur often, and can hit hard depending on what the new law requires. Keeping up […]

5 AI-powered HOA management software

Imagine a scenario where artificial intelligence (AI) not only takes on the work you don’t like doing, but it saves you money too. It gets better. If you are a community manager or a self-managed HOA, you can use AI for these things right now! AI is quickly infiltrating every industry, including residential property management. […]

Is being ethical part of a board member’s responsibilities?

Courts have recognized that board members owe a fiduciary duty to their members, demonstrating the seriousness of these volunteer positions. Fiduciary relationships are governed by the statutory standards that require directors to exercise due care and undivided loyalty for the interests of the community.    Download our free Code of Ethics and Declaration template    […]

The perfect venue for large HOA meetings

Large HOAs with 500+ doors have had to be creative about where to host member meetings. Traditional locations, such as clubhouses, libraries and community centers, don’t always work for large communities with multiple HOAs. Instead, they’ve tried hosting annual meetings in churches, baseball fields, golf courses, hotel meeting rooms, school auditoriums, and even city hall […]

Common HOA Voting Rules You Need to Understand 

HOA communities are governed by regulations that are legally binding; even pertaining to the process of how voting in the community is done.  So, while casting a vote might appear to be one simple act, there is a series of HOA voting rules that must be adhered to.  Table of contents  Which HOA governing documents […]

Can someone still run for the board if they have a criminal record?

This question comes up more often than you might think, perhaps because there is no straightforward answer. Are members with criminal records eligible to be board members in a condominium or HOA? It depends on several variables, but in many cases, yes, they are.    Table of contents    Can anyone run for a seat […]

What happens when there is a change of directors in your condo community?

Congratulations! You’ve been elected to serve on the condominium board of directors. So now what? Well, you are now responsible for overseeing the corporation’s affairs, ensuring compliance with provincial laws and the governing documents, and upholding the best interests of unit owners as a whole.    Download our board member notice of change sample form […]

Understanding ADR for community associations

What happens when a dispute within a community association cannot be resolved? Court is the logical answer, but there may be one step before that. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is a formal process that aims to resolve a dispute or conflict outside of court.      Download our free ADR policy      ADR can be less […]

Email policies for condos and HOAs

An email policy explains why a corporation or association uses email as a method of communication, and how email accounts should be used.

HOA integrations: Why two software platforms can be better than one

When it comes to management, large HOA communities are always looking for ways to make things simpler. There are countless obligations to fulfill and requests to address every day, and if these associations don’t have a firm handle on the big stuff (communication, record keeping, finances), every day can feel like an uphill battle.      […]

How a condo/HOA attorney might navigate new Florida laws

HB 1203 was passed in 2024 with the intention of promoting transparency and consistency across Florida homeowners associations. There were several items included in this bill addressing a range of issues such as parking, fines and record keeping.      Find out how an attorney might approach some of the new Florida laws      Many owners […]

The Corporate Transparency Act – should your association wait to file a report?

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) aims to help detect and combat money laundering and terrorist finance, facilitate tracking money that has been sourced through criminal or terrorist activity, and safeguard national security and the U.S. financial system. This act came into effect in January of 2024, and businesses that meet certain criteria are expected to […]

5 ways for high rise condominiums to save money in 2025

Densely populated high rise condominiums have always been budget conscious. With so many expenses, it’s not hard to overspend and exceed the annual budget. But this year is different. Reducing costs or finding new ways to generate revenue isn’t just a goal, it’s a necessity for many large condo communities. Costs for services, materials, and […]

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