How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in a Homeowners AssociationHow to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in a Homeowners Association
Homeowner associations with common area buildings and structures are required to stay up to code and should schedule...
Why Your Homeowners Association Needs Professional ManagementWhy Your Homeowners Association Needs Professional Management
There’s a lot more to managing a community association effectively than you may realize. It’s much more than property...
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6 Red Flags of a Difficult HOA Board Member6 Red Flags of a Difficult HOA Board Member
A well-focused board of directors is efficient, productive, and in most cases, a pleasure to work with. The board of...
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HOA Tips: Taking Out the TrashHOA Tips: Taking Out the Trash
When it comes to getting rid of garbage, many Homeowner Association members are apt to simply toss their waste in the...
What Do Your HOA Rules Say About Legalized Marijuana?What Do Your HOA Rules Say About Legalized Marijuana?
Do you have to put up with the smoke and smell from marijuana? The simple answer is NO. Possession and use of...
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Why Keeping HOA Fees Low is a Terrible IdeaWhy Keeping HOA Fees Low is a Terrible Idea
Working for one of the largest HOA management companies in Northern California I get a lot of phone calls from...
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Does Winter in Your Homeowners Association Get You Down?Does Winter in Your Homeowners Association Get You Down?
Many homeowners dread the end of summer—sunny days, mild nights, vacations, the beach, ball games, picnics and so much...
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Don't Miss This Free Seminar for HOA Board MembersDon't Miss This Free Seminar for HOA Board Members
Are you an HOA board member? Do you have questions about legal requirements or making sure you have enough reserves for...
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3 Common Homeowner Responses to an Increase in HOA Fees3 Common Homeowner Responses to an Increase in HOA Fees
We all have heard the question time and time again, "Why do my HOA fees continue to increase?” Although it may not be...
Homeowners Association Safety Tips for Winter Roads and TripsHomeowners Association Safety Tips for Winter Roads and Trips
Do you live in a homeowners association where snowy weather leads to snow plowing your private roads during the winter...
How to Handle Neighbor Disputes in Your Homeowners AssociationHow to Handle Neighbor Disputes in Your Homeowners Association
You have two residents in your community who for whatever reason do not get along. Unfortunately they live right across...
Why Enforcing the Rules Must Be a Priority of the HOA BoardWhy Enforcing the Rules Must Be a Priority of the HOA Board
One of the most important jobs a homeowners association Board has to do is to enforce the rules of the Association. As...
What Can an HOA Board Do About Barking Dog Complaints?What Can an HOA Board Do About Barking Dog Complaints?
So you moved into a beautiful new luxury homeowners association. Your home is on a quiet street in an established...
7 Risks of Being a Self-Managed Homeowners Association7 Risks of Being a Self-Managed Homeowners Association
Many HOA boards think they have it all together and can easily manage the homeowners association on their own. But can...
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What to Do When an HOA Board Member is Breaking the RulesWhat to Do When an HOA Board Member is Breaking the Rules
The ultimate goal in a homeowners association is for everyone to be respectful and live together peacefully. However,...
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Does Your HOA Board Have a Policy for Home Security Systems?Does Your HOA Board Have a Policy for Home Security Systems?
We know you want to feel safe at home and you should. Maybe you have tried trimming foliage, increasing exterior...
Guidelines for HOA Rules in Your CommunityGuidelines for HOA Rules in Your Community
Homeowners associations have a number of rules and regulations that members are asked to observe so that everyone in...
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End of the Drought: Law Changes Your HOA Board Needs to Know AboutEnd of the Drought: Law Changes Your HOA Board Needs to Know About
The California drought has officially been acknowledged as coming to an end. While this is great news for the residents...