Being on a homeowners association board means volunteering your time for best of your whole community. It can be an incredibly fulfilling role, but it involves dealing with differences in opinion and finding times to get everyone together. Most board members are volunteers who care about having a well-run community. But since each person may have different ideas…
DetailsHow you handle your HOA reserve funds really makes a difference in the successful running of your association. The quality of the strategic planning of your homeowners association can actually make or break your community. It’s also really important to the longevity and future investments of your association. You might be tempted to just have…
DetailsIf your homeowner association allows pets, you likely know how important they are to their owners. As summer approaches, it’s a good idea to remind those in your community about ways to keep pets safe during the hotter months. Cedar Management Group knows that Charlotte summers can be tough on pets, and the higher heat…
DetailsWhen you’re looking for a new HOA management company, the bigger picture is important. You want to look for more than just the services they can provide; the personality, background and certification, and teamwork of an HOA manager is just as important. Training and Certification You want to know your manager can show they’ve been properly…
DetailsThe strategic plan for a homeowners association should act as an outline for the immediate future of projects and priorities, as well as an overview of the year’s budget and what future budgets might include. Regularly reviewing and updating your plan as circumstances change is important for the health of any homeowners association. The process…
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What do you do if your homeowners association board is planning a big project but doesn’t have information saved in the reserves or operating budget for the entire cost? There are a few different options. You can collect special assessments, break up the project to span several years, or get a loan. Special assessments are…
DetailsCrime is a concern and a risk in any homeowners association. But incorporating certain trusted systems, such as a neighborhood watch, can ensure that your community stays collectively alert and focused on safety. To both deter crime and increase safety, your association should consider setting up a neighborhood watch program. Here are some tips for getting…
DetailsIf you’re working with an HOA management company, your board is trusting your manager to know the ropes of the industry and provide you with the most value. With all of the demands of running an association—such as preparing reserve studies, keeping up with new laws, scheduling annual meetings, and juggling resources—it can be a…
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Many homeowners association boards assume that you need to have a large budget to work with an HOA management company, but that’s not always the case. Since not all associations need full-service management, there is the possibility for choosing a la carte services to fit within your current budget. There are two main areas an…
DetailsSince the Super Bowl is practically a holiday in the United States, the occasion is a great way to get your residents together and work on building community. It’s hard enough getting people to make time in their busy schedules to attend a homeowners association gathering, so here are some tips your board can use…
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