Should we go with this, or should we go with that? The decision-making process for HOA Board Members is serious business. After all, running an HOA is a business which can experience financial gains and losses, like any other business. Decisions made by an HOA Board greatly impact community members lifestyles as well, especially in […]

If you’re reading this article, then you already recognize the value of a good HOA management company. Professional management companies have a superb understanding of how to augment the value of homeowners associations by increasing efficiencies and reducing costs. They also give board members more time to complete important work.     Download our free request […]

Every homeowners association must hold at least a few meetings throughout the year. It’s true that these meetings are not something most members look forward to. However, when organized well, meetings can be productive, educational, and even rewarding. If you’re not very familiar with the structure and purpose of HOA meetings, this article can help you gain […]

It can be an uncomfortable subject, but death is one of the few certainties in life. However, the irony is that this somber event can occur suddenly and unexpectedly.  When a loved one passes, family members are sometimes left scrambling to tie up loose ends on behalf of the newly deceased individual. That may even […]

Three elements will guarantee a homeowners association’s success: stable finances, effective communication, and happy owners. Having a productive HOA with just one or two of these things is still possible, but there will be significantly more problems to solve if you can’t check off all three boxes. To help you set your community up for […]

Florida HOAs have mixed emotions about House Bill 1203. Several new laws came into effect on July 1, 2024, and as a result, some HOA members living in the Sunshine State feel a little more relaxed. The objective of HB 1203 is to promote transparency and consistency across Florida homeowners associations. Some communities have very […]

Condo balconies are small but valuable pieces of real estate. Owners and tenants have been known to transform these little spaces into alfresco dining areas, tropical oases, or storage areas if the condo unit doesn’t have adequate closet space. Download our free balcony inspection notice template But balconies can also cause additional issues for condo […]

What’s better than having a highly effective violation management system? Not having to deal with violations at all. Realistically, most HOAs will log a few violations each week, but that’s to be expected. People make mistakes, and from time to time, they might forget about a rule. Table of contents While it’s not possible to […]

POAs (property owners associations) are sometimes confused with HOAs (homeowners associations), but they do share similarities despite their differences. For example, both types of communities strive to provide owners with a positive, productive environment, and both operate better if there are clear objectives, rules and processes in place. Just like HOAs, POAs have boards to […]

The rules were not made to be broken in homeowner associations. They were made to help maintain property values, aesthetics, and harmony within the community.  Rules must also be enforced for them to matter. But anyone who has been tasked with the responsibility of enforcing rules in an HOA understands how difficult that can be.  […]

Champlain Towers South, a 12-floor condominium in Surfside, Florida, partially collapsed while hundreds of owners were sleeping in June of 2021. The collapse was sudden, and resulted in mass casualties. Three years have now passed since this disastrous event occurred, but the aftermath continues to impact the family and friends who lost loved ones in […]

There are over 2,500,000 community association elected members of boards of directors and appointed committee members in the US., according to the Foundation for Community Association Research. With millions of everyday homeowners making important decisions about community finances and operations, it stands to reason that HOA members should be both knowledgeable and capable in their […]

Modesty has never been one of New York City’s defining traits. Its bold and outgoing nature is what attracts tourists and residents alike. The iconic buildings, towering over streets and parks, are nothing short of remarkable. But, the city is asking many of these buildings, some nearly 100 years old, to change, and they haven’t […]

2024 has not delivered much financial relief. Money continues to be tight and everyone is feeling the pinch. Naturally, organizations are looking for new and creative ways to save or generate money, and governed communities are no different. Condo and HOA members may be considering wealth-building initiatives including charging for visitor parking, upgrading to more […]

Few things divide a community the way politics do, and considering 2024 is a U.S. presidential election year, HOAs might already be thinking about strategies to minimize conflicts between neighbors.     Download our free political sign policy template     Signage policies, and in this specific case, political yard sign policies, can help to ease tensions […]