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How to Effectively Transition New Members to the HOA BoardHow to Effectively Transition New Members to the HOA Board
When a new HOA board is transitioning into managing the association, having solid foundations for the new members is...
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How an HOA Board Can Still Govern When the Board President Passes AwayHow an HOA Board Can Still Govern When the Board President Passes Away
Finding members in your homeowners association who want to volunteer on the HOA board can be hard – finding a member to...
Questions to Ask if You're Considering HOA Board CandidacyQuestions to Ask if You're Considering HOA Board Candidacy
Being a board member does necessitate a serious commitment of time and energy, but it will be a fulfilling experience....
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5 Reasons Your Board Should Consider Hiring an HOA Manager5 Reasons Your Board Should Consider Hiring an HOA Manager
An HOA functions like a mini-city, collecting funds, managing finances, maintaining facilities and adopting and...
How an HOA Board Can Find Funds When Faced With an Unexpected ProjectHow an HOA Board Can Find Funds When Faced With an Unexpected Project
It’s inevitable – someday you’re going to be faced with a project in your homeowners association that has to get done...
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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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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...
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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...
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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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...
Are Residents Happy in Your Homeowners Association?Are Residents Happy in Your Homeowners Association?
If you live in a Common Interest Development, you may not realize that you are among the 73.9 million Americans who...
Tips if You're Planning HOA Board Elections at Your Annual MeetingTips if You're Planning HOA Board Elections at Your Annual Meeting
Is your HOA board ready for the association’s annual meeting? Typically, most homeowner’s associations hold their...
Why Your Homeowners Association Needs Election RulesWhy Your Homeowners Association Needs Election Rules
You’ve sent out the candidate solicitations, you’ve gone through finding members who are willing to serve on your...
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Common Misconceptions About Property Values in a Homeowners AssociationCommon Misconceptions About Property Values in a Homeowners Association
There are often common misconceptions among homeowners about what contributes to the rise and fall of property values...
7 Tips for Dealing with Graffiti in Your Homeowners Association7 Tips for Dealing with Graffiti in Your Homeowners Association
Some homeowners associations experience a high volume of graffiti within their neighborhoods. The association should...
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3 Important Qualities of an HOA Management Company3 Important Qualities of an HOA Management Company
When an HOA board is hiring or evaluating an HOA management company it’s important to look at the big picture. The...
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7 Ways an HOA Board & Management Company Can Work Together7 Ways an HOA Board & Management Company Can Work Together
The HOA board is responsible for protecting, maintaining, and enhancing the Association, but this is difficult to do...
HOA Board Governance in a NutshellHOA Board Governance in a Nutshell
Community associations have a lot in common with municipal governments. As members of a governing body -- and typically...