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5 Resolutions to Make You A Gold Star Member in Your HOA5 Resolutions to Make You A Gold Star Member in Your HOA
If you regularly attend board meetings, pay your HOA fees on time, volunteer on a committee, and read the monthly...
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Bah Humbug! What to Do if an HOA Board Member is a ScroogeBah Humbug! What to Do if an HOA Board Member is a Scrooge
There seems to be one in every homeowners association. That one HOA board member that consistently disagrees, goes...
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What is a Reserve Study, Really?What is a Reserve Study, Really?
The slightly technical definition of a reserve study is: a budgeting tool based on the art and science of anticipating...
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How to Prepare for Your Annual HOA Board MeetingHow to Prepare for Your Annual HOA Board Meeting
Now is a good time to set a date for your annual HOA board meeting if you haven’t already done so. Annual meetings are...
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3 Options if You Need to Make a Big Repair NOW in Your Association3 Options if You Need to Make a Big Repair NOW in Your Association
As a general practice, what does an HOA board do if there’s a problem in the association that exists right now, but not...
4 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays in Your Homeowners Association4 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays in Your Homeowners Association
During the holiday season many homeowners association members plan festivities with friends and loved ones. With all...
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What Percentage of Reserve Funding is Considered Healthy for an HOA?What Percentage of Reserve Funding is Considered Healthy for an HOA?
There are differing viewpoints when it comes to percentage funding of the reserves. Just going on percent funded can be...
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Can the Reserves Be Adjusted for Items Costing More Than Planned For?Can the Reserves Be Adjusted for Items Costing More Than Planned For?
Picture yourself in this scenario: The clubhouse needs a new water heater and it will cost $10,000. But all prior...
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Tips from an HOA Board for a Safe Halloween in Your AssociationTips from an HOA Board for a Safe Halloween in Your Association
Halloween is a kid’s delight. It’s a blast to dress up in costumes, go trick-or-treating, attend parties and most of...
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How to Offer a Positive Customer Service Experience in Your HOAHow to Offer a Positive Customer Service Experience in Your HOA
Community association board members and managers might not immediately think of customer service as one of their...
5 Possible Solutions to Short Term Rental Problems in an HOA5 Possible Solutions to Short Term Rental Problems in an HOA
Short term rentals have become a hot-button issue in HOA communities. More and more homeowners are choosing to rent...
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Things an HOA Board Should Consider When Planning Next Year's BudgetThings an HOA Board Should Consider When Planning Next Year's Budget
Preparing next year's budget for your homeowners is one of the most important undertakings for the HOA board. Fiduciary...
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Can a Board Use Reserves for an Item Not Listed in the Reserve Study?Can a Board Use Reserves for an Item Not Listed in the Reserve Study?
The purpose of the reserve fund is to plan for future repairs and replacements in the association. But what about...
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Steps to Take When HOA Board Members Can’t Make DecisionsSteps to Take When HOA Board Members Can’t Make Decisions
Some HOA boards have the need to discuss things ad nauseum and yet never come to a decision. It can be extremely...
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The #1 Problem Homeowners Associations Have With Management CompaniesThe #1 Problem Homeowners Associations Have With Management Companies
Are you tired of the lack of customer service from the management company your association has had for a number of...
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What is an Official Meeting: In 200 Words or LessWhat is an Official Meeting: In 200 Words or Less
Board meetings, executive sessions, and membership meetings are the most common in an HOA. They require a quorum to be...
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Why HOA Boards Must Hold Regular Scheduled MeetingsWhy HOA Boards Must Hold Regular Scheduled Meetings
One of the first things you learn as you enter the world of homeowner’s association management is all items must be...
Can You Install Solar Panels on Condominium Common Areas?Can You Install Solar Panels on Condominium Common Areas?
The Board of Directors for most condominium associations in California have felt very comfortable in the past letting...