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If your homeowners association Board is initiating an HOA foreclosure process, did you know that there are two different types of foreclosures?
As an HOA Board member you may be faced with the task of having to make the decision to foreclose on homes in your association. We’ve all been challenged by the financial climate these last few years and it is going to take some time to bounce back. Therefore, HOA foreclosures are inevitable.
Did you know that in most associations the HOA Rules & Regulations aren’t considered part of the governing documents? This means that an HOA board can decide to adopt new rules as it goes and the rules don’t have to go through an amendment process like changes to governing documents do. However, if a Board is planning on revising the HOA Rules & Regulations there are some questions they should consider before doing so.
March and April herald the beginning of spring and it's time for gardeners to get busy planting. As flowering shrubs begin to bud, encourage your homeowners association residents to get their yards and gardens ready for spring by providing them with the tips below.
Have you communicated with your homeowners association members about the precautions they need to take when it comes to heating their homes?
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), December, January and February are considered the deadliest months for home fires in the calendar year.
Heating equipment is the second leading cause of home fires and home fire deaths. That’s why it’s important for you as a Board member to encourage your residents to take extra precautions during the winter. Below are some tips that you can provide to members and why they're important.
Do the members of your homeowners association know their HOA fees are determined by the budget not HOA board members trying to be bullies? When budget season rolls around you might be sensing your homeowners in a small panic wondering if their HOA fees are going to be raised.
An HOA Reserve Fund is one of the most important things a Board can plan for its association, however, many Board members misunderstand what it is, why it’s needed, or how to get it implemented. Knowing the basics about an HOA reserve fund and the reasons it’s crucial you have one will help set your community up for success.
A homeowners association offers one of the best opportunities for Americans to own their own homes. They are for the 21st century what land grants were in the 19th century and what the New Deal and GI Bill were in the 20th century. Below are a few examples of why HOA living is a good thing.
If your homeowners association often struggles with obtaining renter information, consider providing a welcome letter to renters when they become a part of a homeowners association.
Even though you live in a homeowners association, you might be surprised how many of your neighbors -- owners and renters alike -- do not really understand the fundamental nature of common-interest communities. The media and government officials also lack a true understanding of the community homeowners association (or condominium) concept.
