--- title: New Hignell HOA Blog (5) description: New Hignell HOA Blog (5) --- [Skip to content](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/page/5#main-content) [OWNER PORTAL](https://www.hignellhoa.com/owner-portal)|[CALL (530) 419‑6032](tel:5304196032)[![GET A FREE HOA ANALYSIS](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/47820439/5c25c044-6299-494a-9ee9-03dd5dfc13a5.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/47820439/5c25c044-6299-494a-9ee9-03dd5dfc13a5)[![PURCHASE CONSULTING HOURS](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/47820439/3958a588-baae-4ff9-bd9d-021be597a7be.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/47820439/3958a588-baae-4ff9-bd9d-021be597a7be) Close ** Click to close # HOA Management Blog Search ** Category All HOA Management HOA Board Member of HOA Living in an HOA HOA Rules and Regulations HOA Responsibilities HOA Maintenance Resident Tips HOA Board Meetings Safety HOA Accounting HOA Fees Reserve Funds HOA Law HOA Documents and Contracts Hire an HOA Management Company HOA Consulting HOA Property Values News Insurance Coverage [![What are the Duties of an HOA Management Company?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/HOA%20management%20company%20duties-1.jpg?length=400&name=HOA%20management%20company%20duties-1.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/what-are-the-duties-of-an-hoa-management-company) 3 Min Read [ HOA Management HOA Management ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-management), [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa), [ Hire an HOA Management Company Hire an HOA Management Company ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hire-an-hoa-management-company) ## [What are the Duties of an HOA Management Company?What are the Duties of an HOA Management Company? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/what-are-the-duties-of-an-hoa-management-company) Are your HOA board members able to handle the load of managing your homeowners association, or do you need a... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/what-are-the-duties-of-an-hoa-management-company) [![Can an HOA Prevent You from Renting Your Home Out?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/house%20for%20rent%20-%20shutterstock_32641552%20(1).jpg?length=400&name=house%20for%20rent%20-%20shutterstock_32641552%20(1).jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-an-hoa-prevent-you-from-renting-your-home-out) 3 Min Read [ HOA Management HOA Management ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-management), [ Renting in an HOA Renting in an HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/renting-in-an-hoa), [ HOA Rules and Regulations HOA Rules and Regulations ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-rules-and-regulations) ## [Can an HOA Prevent You from Renting Your Home Out?Can an HOA Prevent You from Renting Your Home Out? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-an-hoa-prevent-you-from-renting-your-home-out) A hot topic in homeowners associations is renting out your home in the neighborhood. The primary concern for homeowners... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-an-hoa-prevent-you-from-renting-your-home-out) [![Tips from an HOA Board: Are You Unknowingly a Noisy Neighbor?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/ThinkstockPhotos-522423931-noise_from_the_neighbors_above-1-1.jpg?length=400&name=ThinkstockPhotos-522423931-noise_from_the_neighbors_above-1-1.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tips-from-an-hoa-board-are-you-unknowingly-a-noisy-neighbor) 1 Min Read [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa), [ Resident Tips Resident Tips ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/resident-tips), [ Living in an HOA Living in an HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/living-in-an-hoa) ## [Tips from an HOA Board: Are You Unknowingly a Noisy Neighbor?Tips from an HOA Board: Are You Unknowingly a Noisy Neighbor? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tips-from-an-hoa-board-are-you-unknowingly-a-noisy-neighbor) Does your HOA board deal with noise disturbance complaints from members? Noise is an inevitable reality in a... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tips-from-an-hoa-board-are-you-unknowingly-a-noisy-neighbor) [![Can an HOA Have Different Rules for Different Members?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/rule-exception-street-sign-shutterstock_1651579537.jpg?length=400&name=rule-exception-street-sign-shutterstock_1651579537.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-an-hoa-have-different-rules-for-different-members) 3 Min Read [ HOA Management HOA Management ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-management), [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa), [ HOA Rules and Regulations HOA Rules and Regulations ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-rules-and-regulations) ## [Can an HOA Have Different Rules for Different Members?Can an HOA Have Different Rules for Different Members? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-an-hoa-have-different-rules-for-different-members) An HOA board may get pushback from members in the association when it comes to rule violations. Members will get a... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-an-hoa-have-different-rules-for-different-members) [![Can a Homeowners Association Keep You From Flying the American Flag?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/ThinkstockPhotos-177363216_american_flag_on_fence-1.jpg?length=400&name=ThinkstockPhotos-177363216_american_flag_on_fence-1.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-a-homeowners-association-keep-you-from-flying-the-american-flag) 2 Min Read [ HOA Rules and Regulations HOA Rules and Regulations ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-rules-and-regulations), [ Living in an HOA Living in an HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/living-in-an-hoa) ## [Can a Homeowners Association Keep You From Flying the American Flag?Can a Homeowners Association Keep You From Flying the American Flag? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-a-homeowners-association-keep-you-from-flying-the-american-flag) On Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veteran's Day and other patriotic holidays, many Americans show respect for their... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-a-homeowners-association-keep-you-from-flying-the-american-flag) [![Real-Life Questions from HOA Members About CC&Rs, Solicitors & Sellers-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/urgent_non_urgent_words-ThinkstockPhotos-186176261-1.jpg?length=400&name=urgent_non_urgent_words-ThinkstockPhotos-186176261-1.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/real-life-questions-from-hoa-members-about-ccrs-solicitors-seller) 2 Min Read [ HOA Board HOA Board ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board), [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa) ## [Real-Life Questions from HOA Members About CC&Rs, Solicitors & SellersReal-Life Questions from HOA Members About CC&Rs, Solicitors & Sellers ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/real-life-questions-from-hoa-members-about-ccrs-solicitors-seller) Each Association is unique, but more often than not your Association has at some point in the past – or will in the... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/real-life-questions-from-hoa-members-about-ccrs-solicitors-seller) [![What is a Member at Large on an HOA Board?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/people%20casually%20meeting%20shutterstock_130608956.jpg?length=400&name=people%20casually%20meeting%20shutterstock_130608956.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/what-is-a-member-at-large-on-an-hoa-board) 2 Min Read [ HOA Board HOA Board ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board), [ HOA Responsibilities HOA Responsibilities ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-responsibilities), [ HOA Board Meetings HOA Board Meetings ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board-meetings) ## [What is a Member at Large on an HOA Board?What is a Member at Large on an HOA Board? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/what-is-a-member-at-large-on-an-hoa-board) Sometimes it's confusing for volunteers to know and understand their place on the HOA board. Each board member must... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/what-is-a-member-at-large-on-an-hoa-board) [![What is the Purpose of the HOA Bylaws?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/HOA%20documents%20-%20shutterstock_2114898023.jpg?length=400&name=HOA%20documents%20-%20shutterstock_2114898023.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/purpose-of-hoa-bylaws) 2 Min Read [ HOA Management HOA Management ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-management), [ HOA Board HOA Board ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board), [ HOA Documents and Contracts HOA Documents and Contracts ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-documents-and-contracts) ## [What is the Purpose of the HOA Bylaws?What is the Purpose of the HOA Bylaws? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/purpose-of-hoa-bylaws) When you become a member of a homeowners association, you receive a copy of the governing documents. By living in the... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/purpose-of-hoa-bylaws) [![How Many Board Members Should an HOA Have?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/group%20of%20diverse%20people%20and%20ages%20-shutterstock_1634314003.jpg?length=400&name=group%20of%20diverse%20people%20and%20ages%20-shutterstock_1634314003.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-many-board-members-should-an-hoa-have) 2 Min Read [ HOA Management HOA Management ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-management), [ HOA Board HOA Board ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board), [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa) ## [How Many Board Members Should an HOA Have?How Many Board Members Should an HOA Have? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-many-board-members-should-an-hoa-have) A common question asked among residents in a homeowners association is, how many board members should an association... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-many-board-members-should-an-hoa-have) [![6 Questions to Ask About How the HOA Board Manages Its Finances-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/HOA%20Board%20Finance%20Questions%20-534926391-1.jpg?length=400&name=HOA%20Board%20Finance%20Questions%20-534926391-1.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/6-questions-to-ask-about-how-the-hoa-board-manages-its-finances) 3 Min Read [ HOA Board HOA Board ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board), [ HOA Accounting HOA Accounting ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-accounting) ## [6 Questions to Ask About How the HOA Board Manages Its Finances6 Questions to Ask About How the HOA Board Manages Its Finances ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/6-questions-to-ask-about-how-the-hoa-board-manages-its-finances) The Board of Directors for your homeowners association has an immense financial obligation to the community. One of the... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/6-questions-to-ask-about-how-the-hoa-board-manages-its-finances) [![How Can the Board of Directors of an HOA Be Held Liable?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/fiduciary%20duty-shutterstock_1808343391.jpg?length=400&name=fiduciary%20duty-shutterstock_1808343391.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-can-the-board-of-directors-of-an-hoa-be-held-liable) 2 Min Read [ HOA Management HOA Management ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-management), [ HOA Board HOA Board ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board), [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa) ## [How Can the Board of Directors of an HOA Be Held Liable?How Can the Board of Directors of an HOA Be Held Liable? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-can-the-board-of-directors-of-an-hoa-be-held-liable) An HOA board of directors has a fiduciary responsibility to the association. They're tasked with upholding the... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-can-the-board-of-directors-of-an-hoa-be-held-liable) [![How to Know if a Specific Homeowners Association is a Good Fit-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/158802964-resized-600-1.jpg?length=400&name=158802964-resized-600-1.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-to-know-if-a-specific-homeowners-association-is-a-good-fit) 2 Min Read [ Living in an HOA Living in an HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/living-in-an-hoa) ## [How to Know if a Specific Homeowners Association is a Good FitHow to Know if a Specific Homeowners Association is a Good Fit ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-to-know-if-a-specific-homeowners-association-is-a-good-fit) Moving into a homeowners association can present some surprises if you aren’t informed beforehand. It’s up to you to... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-to-know-if-a-specific-homeowners-association-is-a-good-fit) [![Can the HOA Board Issue Parking Tickets?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/yellow%20parking%20notice%20on%20windshield%20shutterstock_119582053.jpg?length=400&name=yellow%20parking%20notice%20on%20windshield%20shutterstock_119582053.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-the-hoa-board-issue-parking-tickets) 2 Min Read [ HOA Management HOA Management ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-management), [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa), [ HOA Rules and Regulations HOA Rules and Regulations ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-rules-and-regulations), [ Living in an HOA Living in an HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/living-in-an-hoa) ## [Can the HOA Board Issue Parking Tickets?Can the HOA Board Issue Parking Tickets? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-the-hoa-board-issue-parking-tickets) Parking in a homeowner’s association is always a hot topic. From where it’s ok to park and not to park to enforcing... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/can-the-hoa-board-issue-parking-tickets) [![How an HOA Board Can Tackle Hosting a Super Bowl Party for Residents-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/super_bowl_party-ThinkstockPhotos-474503157-1.jpg?length=400&name=super_bowl_party-ThinkstockPhotos-474503157-1.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-an-hoa-board-can-tackle-hosting-a-super-bowl-party-for-residents) 2 Min Read [ HOA Board HOA Board ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board), [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa), [ HOA Rules and Regulations HOA Rules and Regulations ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-rules-and-regulations) ## [How an HOA Board Can Tackle Hosting a Super Bowl Party for ResidentsHow an HOA Board Can Tackle Hosting a Super Bowl Party for Residents ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-an-hoa-board-can-tackle-hosting-a-super-bowl-party-for-residents) Building community among residents in your homeowners association can be a challenge, especially in the world's current... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/how-an-hoa-board-can-tackle-hosting-a-super-bowl-party-for-residents) [![5 Ways an HOA Board Can Encourage Member Involvement in the New Year-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/185919006-resized-600-1.jpg?length=400&name=185919006-resized-600-1.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/5-ways-an-hoa-board-can-encourage-member-involvement-in-the-new-year) 2 Min Read [ HOA Board HOA Board ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board), [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa), [ Living in an HOA Living in an HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/living-in-an-hoa) ## [5 Ways an HOA Board Can Encourage Member Involvement in the New Year5 Ways an HOA Board Can Encourage Member Involvement in the New Year ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/5-ways-an-hoa-board-can-encourage-member-involvement-in-the-new-year) Since a new year is about to begin, this may be a good time for the HOA board to communicate with the Association... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/5-ways-an-hoa-board-can-encourage-member-involvement-in-the-new-year) [![Bah Humbug! What to Do if an HOA Board Member is a Scrooge-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/angry_boy_venting_steam_from_his_ears_ThinkstockPhotos-482079984-1.jpg?length=400&name=angry_boy_venting_steam_from_his_ears_ThinkstockPhotos-482079984-1.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/bah-humbug-what-to-do-if-an-hoa-board-member-is-a-scrooge) 2 Min Read [ HOA Management HOA Management ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-management), [ HOA Board HOA Board ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board), [ HOA Board Meetings HOA Board Meetings ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-board-meetings) ## [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 ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/bah-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... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/bah-humbug-what-to-do-if-an-hoa-board-member-is-a-scrooge) [![4 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays in Your Homeowners Association-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/146910728-resized-600-2.jpg?length=400&name=146910728-resized-600-2.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/4-tips-for-celebrating-the-holidays-in-your-homeowners-association) 2 Min Read [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa), [ HOA Rules and Regulations HOA Rules and Regulations ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-rules-and-regulations) ## [4 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays in Your Homeowners Association4 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays in Your Homeowners Association ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/4-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... [ Read More ** Click to view blog post ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/4-tips-for-celebrating-the-holidays-in-your-homeowners-association) [![Why Do We Have HOA Rules?-featured](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/HOA%20rules%20shutterstock_1868748481.jpg?length=400&name=HOA%20rules%20shutterstock_1868748481.jpg) ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/why-do-we-have-hoa-rules) 2 Min Read [ HOA Management HOA Management ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-management), [ Member of HOA Member of HOA ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/member-of-hoa), [ HOA Rules and Regulations HOA Rules and Regulations ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/tag/hoa-rules-and-regulations) ## [Why Do We Have HOA Rules?Why Do We Have HOA Rules? ](https://blog.hignellhoa.com/why-do-we-have-hoa-rules) Most people who live in a homeowner’s association know that there are certain rules to follow. There are many reasons... 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