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Is an HOA Board Required to Pursue Violations Brought Up by Homeowners?

May 26, 2023 / by HOA Manager

Living in a homeowners association offers numerous benefits, such as shared amenities, maintenance services, and community regulations that contribute to an attractive living environment. However, disagreements and concerns regarding violations of HOA rules can arise among homeowners. When homeowners report perceived violations, it’s essential to understand the role and responsibilities of the HOA board in addressing these concerns.

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How Should the HOA Board Handle Short-Term Rentals?

March 23, 2023 / by HOA Manager

As an HOA management company, one of the most pressing issues facing homeowners associations today is how to handle short-term rentals. Short-term rentals, such as those offered through Airbnb and other vacation rental platforms, have become increasingly popular in recent years. While they can provide homeowners with an additional source of income, they can also lead to a range of problems for HOAs, including noise complaints, property damage, and parking issues. Let’s explore some best practices for HOA boards when it comes to managing short-term rentals.

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Navigating HOA Rules: How to Determine What's Important and What's Petty

March 9, 2023 / by HOA Manager

As a member of a homeowners association (HOA), you may find yourself wondering about the petty rules that govern your community. Are they necessary? Are they enforced? Do they serve a purpose? These are all valid questions that HOA members should be asking.

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Who’s in Charge of Setting Up the HOA Rules?

January 27, 2023 / by HOA Manager

As an HOA board member, it's important to understand the roles and responsibilities of those in charge of setting up the rules in your community. The primary individuals responsible for this task are the board of directors, also known as the board of trustees or board of managers.

The board of directors is elected by the members of the HOA and is responsible for making decisions on behalf of the community. This includes setting rules and regulations for the community, as well as enforcing those rules. The board also sets the budget for the community, manages the finances, and oversees the maintenance and upkeep of common areas.

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Should I Live in an HOA?

January 6, 2023 / by HOA Manager

Living in a community governed by a homeowners association (HOA) can have both benefits and drawbacks. In this blog post, we'll explore both sides of the coin to help you decide whether or not living in an HOA is right for you.

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How are HOA Rules Enforced?

December 16, 2022 / by HOA Manager

Living in any community means there are rules to follow. The police enforce the law by writing tickets, issuing warrants, or making arrests. Schools enforce policies for students by taking away recess, sending them to speak with the principal, or giving extra tasks to do. There are also rules when you live in a homeowners association. How strict or lenient these HOA rules can be is unique to each association, but there’s one thing all HOAs should have in common: enforcement of the rules.

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Can an HOA Board Levy Fines Against Its Homeowners?

November 9, 2022 / by HOA Manager

People seem to have a love-hate relationship with homeowners associations. More often than not, the people that love them respect and feel protected by rules, and the people that hate them don't like the rules - these are also the people who are usually violating the rules.

When a member is violating the HOA rules, do HOAs have the ability to enforce the rules by fining the member?

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7 Takeaways from a Story of a Homeowner Refusing to Remove a Flagpole

September 9, 2022 / by HOA Manager

One of the hottest topics when it comes to HOA rules has to do with displaying the American flag. Typically, the issue isn’t whether the flag can be displayed – your right to display the American flag is protected by Federal law – but rather how the flag is being displayed. And it’s this issue that has a homeowner in Alabama determined to keep her flagpole in the ground. Check out the following news story.

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What Gives an HOA Board Their Authority?

July 22, 2022 / by HOA Manager

Homeowners associations are like little governments. They have an HOA board of directors that govern and oversee the association and that Board does have some powers. But where does the Board get these powers and authority to enforce their documents and rules?

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Celebrate a Fun & Safe July 4th in Your Homeowners Association

July 1, 2022 / by HOA Manager

Celebrating the 4th of July might look like traveling to visit friends and family, taking a vacation, or hosting you're annual block party. If you're planning on sticking close to home and barbecuing, setting up some water play for the kids, and watching fireworks in your homeowners association remind residents of the following information.

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