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Earth Day represents the perfect opportunity for homeowners associations to evaluate their environmental impact and implement more sustainable practices. Now more than ever, eco-conscious living is critical, and communities throughout the country are discovering that going green not only benefits the environment but also reduces expenses and enhances property values. If you want to do […]
Homeowners associations help maintain property values and ensure community standards for the benefit of all residents. In fact, it’s the main benefit of living within an HOA. This is partly achieved through the creation and enforcement of a set of community rules and regulations, also known as CC&Rs. Although CC&Rs play a critical role in […]
For anyone living in a community association, paying monthly dues is a regular part of homeownership. However, despite its regularity, there are often questions and misconceptions surrounding what HOA dues are and what they pay for. Understandably, homeowners want to know exactly where their money is going and see how it benefits their quality of […]
When it comes to professional management services for residential properties, the terms “HOA management” and “property management” are often used interchangeably. However, the reality is that these are two distinctly different roles that serve different purposes to different types of homeowners. To help you make an informed decision about the type of management that best […]
Governing documents are a critical part of any community association. Comprised of the community’s CC&Rs, bylaws, and rules and regulations, your governing documents set out all of the rules and guidelines for each resident of the community, including board members. While these documents are an essential part of community living, many homeowners and new board […]
In many ways, HOA board members must be jacks of all trades. From implementing policy changes to navigating homeowner disputes and managing finances, there are many tasks that an HOA board must undertake as part of their obligatory duties. Understandably, as board members try to juggle all aspects of community management, it’s inevitable that a […]
Making efforts to join your HOA board can be an all-consuming job, so much so that you forget to think about what comes after it: actually being on the board. Once you’re elected, you may wonder, “Now what?” and have questions about stepping into your new role. Luckily, there are many resources available to help […]
Creating a well-structured budget is essential for any homeowners association to help ensure smooth operations and maintain property values. However, despite this critical importance, many HOAs fall prey to the same common budgeting mistakes that can lead to financial instability or discord among members. By understanding and avoiding these pitfalls, HOAs can ensure financial health […]
As we quickly approach the new year, homeowners and associations alike are setting resolutions to ensure the year ahead is even better than the last. No more how well-run your community association is, it’s imperative that HOAs continually adapt to keep up with their residents’ ever-evolving needs and expectations. With 2025 just around the corner, […]
The last thing that any HOA board wants to do is raise fees for homeowners. However, it can sometimes be unavoidable if your association’s financial state requires it. Regardless of necessity, however, it’s extremely rare that homeowners will embrace the increased fees with open arms. Concern, confusion, and anger are all common reactions that you’ll […]
