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Common Maintenance Issues in a Homeowners AssociationCommon Maintenance Issues in a Homeowners Association
One of the benefits of living in a homeowners association is having access to common areas and certain maintenance...
How to Avoid Maintenance Misunderstandings in Your Homeowners AssociationHow to Avoid Maintenance Misunderstandings in Your Homeowners Association
A hot topic among homeowners association members is knowing who is responsible for certain maintenance items in the...
Resident Tips for Mold Management in Your Homeowners AssociationResident Tips for Mold Management in Your Homeowners Association
It has been a problem that man has battled since the dawn of time—controlling mold. It lurks in the corners and can...
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The One Thing That Can Make a Good HOA Board, GreatThe One Thing That Can Make a Good HOA Board, Great
What makes an average HOA board better and a good HOA board great? It can be summarized in one word: education. An...
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What Does this Thing Called Fiduciary Duty Mean for HOA Board Members?What Does this Thing Called Fiduciary Duty Mean for HOA Board Members?
As a new or current HOA board member you may often hear terms that you’re unfamiliar with. It’s important to ask...
6 Questions HOA Board Members Ask About Operating & Reserve Budgets6 Questions HOA Board Members Ask About Operating & Reserve Budgets
An area where a lot of HOA board members get into trouble relate to properly understanding the operating fund and the...
Make a Good Impression: Signage in Your Homeowners AssociationMake a Good Impression: Signage in Your Homeowners Association
You’ve heard the phrase, “don’t judge a book by its cover.” But sometimes, it’s important to not underestimate the...
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7 Ways an HOA Board & a Management Company Can Work Together7 Ways an HOA Board & a Management Company Can Work Together
The HOA board is responsible for protecting, maintaining, and enhancing the Association, but this is difficult to do...
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Amenities Can Help When Fees Aren't Paid in a Homeowners AssociationAmenities Can Help When Fees Aren't Paid in a Homeowners Association
When living in a homeowners association residents are expected to pay assessments that are used to make the community...
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3 Helpful Resources to Support an Effective HOA Board Meeting3 Helpful Resources to Support an Effective HOA Board Meeting
How would you define an effective HOA board meeting? Most people would see it as time spent efficiently, where issues...
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Why It’s Important to Read the CC&Rs in Your Homeowners AssociationWhy It’s Important to Read the CC&Rs in Your Homeowners Association
Do you remember receiving the covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) when you moved into the Association? Do...
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3 Important Tips for an Effective HOA Board Meeting3 Important Tips for an Effective HOA Board Meeting
When you hear the word “meeting” do you want to run in the other direction? We’ve all been in meetings that drag on...
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3 Things to Do if Crime is a Problem in Your Homeowners Association3 Things to Do if Crime is a Problem in Your Homeowners Association
As an HOA property manager you never want to see a rise in crime at a homeowners association you oversee, and that is...
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Basics of Urban Gardening in Your Homeowners AssociationBasics of Urban Gardening in Your Homeowners Association
For those who have green thumbs, but are living in tiny quarters, an impressive garden may seem unattainable. However,...
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Questions to Ask When Interviewing HOA Management CompaniesQuestions to Ask When Interviewing HOA Management Companies
Your HOA board has decided it’s time to hire an HOA management company, and you are in charge of the interview...
What to Do About Simple Neighbor Disputes in a Homeowners AssociationWhat to Do About Simple Neighbor Disputes in a Homeowners Association
When you move into a new home or you welcome new neighbors into the homeowners association all you can do is hope for...
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How to Attract and Keep Good HOA Board MembersHow to Attract and Keep Good HOA Board Members
When you’re recruiting members to be part of your HOA board, it’s important to know how to reach them and to be...
Does a Homeowners Association Need an Architectural Review Committee?Does a Homeowners Association Need an Architectural Review Committee?
Most homeowners associations have a set of written design review standards and processes. Some homeowners mistakenly...