Entries by The Management Trust

How to Prepare Your Community for a Natural Disaster

Compared to states annually ravaged by hurricanes, tornadoes, and other natural disasters, Colorado homeowners often feel that they’re completely safe from these occurrences. However, Aurora and the Greater Denver area were rated as very high risk for property damage from natural hazards, according to a national study conducted by ATTOM Data Solutions. No matter where […]

Frequently Asked Questions About Living in an HOA

There are a lot of questions surrounding life in an HOA, whether you’re a prospective buyer or you’ve lived in your Tacoma neighborhood for years. It’s a complex topic, which is why many associations utilize HOA management companies to help them navigate the process and handle day-to-day operations. However, some questions arise more than others. […]

What Does a Community Association Management Firm Do?

If you sit on the board of a Tacoma HOA, then you’ve likely heard of community association management firms. The Management Trust is proud to be one of the nation’s premier HOA management companies, having been in the industry for more than 30 years. Over these years, we’ve noticed that we receive a lot of […]

5 Ways to Engage Residents During Social Distancing

It’s been more than four months since Aurora homeowners were first encouraged to social distance, and many people across the country are anxious to enjoy the company of their friends and neighbors once more. Although it’s still as important as ever to follow current COVID-19 guidelines, including social distancing, homeowners associations and their HOA management […]

Frequently Asked Questions About HOA Pet Ownership

Pets are an integral part of any family, whether you have a playful pup or a kitten to curl up with. When you move into an HOA, you may find that your community association has rules and restrictions regarding your pets, whether it’s what types of breeds you can own or where you can take […]

How to Safely Reopen Pool Amenities in Your HOA

The circumstances surrounding the novel coronavirus are constantly fluctuating, and they will likely continue to do so for the remainder of the year as we learn more about the virus. However, states are now beginning to permit the reopening of some businesses and amenities in the next phase of their coronavirus response plans. While shutting […]

How to Rent Your Home in an HOA

If you live in an Aurora Colorado HOA, you know that there are rules and guidelines that you need to follow as a homeowner to live in the community. However, what happens when you decide to rent out your home within an HOA to someone else? Are you even allowed to do so? What is each party […]

How to Conduct an HOA Board Meeting via Zoom

Although COVID-19 restrictions are slowly lifting for the time being in Tacoma, officials still strongly advise against meetings where people are within close proximity and cannot properly social distance. Therefore, you may find yourself needing to conduct your HOA board meetings via phone or video chat. Video conferencing programs such as Zoom have skyrocketed in […]

5 Quick & Easy Ways to Lower Your Utility Bills

With financial security at the forefront of every Aurora homeowner’s mind, you may be looking for ways that you can cut down on costs. From controlling your online shopping to eating home-cooked meals on a budget, there are many easy ways to make sure that your dollar goes further and lasts longer. One easy way […]

What to Do Before Moving Out of an HOA

Moving is never an easy process, no matter where you live. From finding the right buyer and enduring escrow to packing up your belongings and coordinating move times, it can be an arduous process that leaves even professional movers unconfident. If you’ve decided to move to a different neighborhood or you’re planning to leave Tacoma […]