Few topics or disputes can get as emotionally charged as when a homeowners association tells a homeowner that they cannot display a sign or flag in their yard. Often these outward signs are expressions of beliefs which are at the core of these homeowners passions, but exactly opposing those of others, and the resulting arguments…
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Harassment can happen anytime and anywhere, even in your homeowners association. Having a harassment policy in place can help to prevent incidents from occurring, and give your board a clear path to follow in the event that something does take place. Whether your community is big or small, you need to have a plan. …
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Keeping accurate and thorough meetings of your HOA board meetings is very important. Keeping these minutes can protect your homeowners association from lawsuits, and can keep up open communication between the board and homeowners. In addition, minutes are a great way to keep everyone informed about current and future decisions, projects, and events, without going…
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It is no secret that a much anticipated improvement or construction project in your community can quickly turn into a nightmare. From deadlines stretched beyond recognition to vendors going back on their word, to an unexpected lack of money, these projects can become severely stressful for your HOA board members and a nuisance to the…
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Every board has likely experienced a problematic board member at one time or another. They can make board meetings long and stressful, and can cause a multitude of problems when it comes to quickly and effectively making decisions for the good of the whole community. Here are five signs that you have a problem board…
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One thing that many HOAs have in common is an ineffective and unsightly website. Cluttered, out of date, poorly organized, and unappealing, these sites are not likely to attract the traffic that they were intended to attract. If well-managed, your website can be one of your best tools for strengthening your community. In this…
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Community social events are a great way to get the community together, build friendships, and raise the quality of life within your homeowners association. If done properly, social events can drastically decrease conflict between homeowners and can build a strong community. However, between low attendance and a small budget, it can be difficult to plan…
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As we enter the summer months, more and more families are heading to the playground to play during warm spring and summer evenings. It is important that your board consider the safety of your playground on a yearly basis, and to keep up constant maintenance both for the safety and enjoyment of your homeowners. Here…
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As winter comes to a close, and spring has come in full force, it is time to start sprucing up your property and coaxing life back into the dormant plants and trees. Maximizing the beauty of your landscaping can be a challenge, so here are a few springtime landscaping tips to beautify your property and…
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Retaining an attorney for your HOA is an important step towards ensuring the health of your community. The complicated relationship between the governing documents, local ordinances, and state laws, means that there are many intricacies that only a professional lawyer can navigate effectively. Having a lawyer that you trust on hand for every situation can…
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