As the real estate market is always changing and advancing, it’s a good idea for your board members to routinely keep track of new trends – and now is a better time than ever now that January is upon us. Besides focusing on your association’s resolutions for the new year, you should also prepare for…
DetailsThroughout the last year, North Carolina has been cracking down on employers with uninsured workers. Employers in North Carolina who have been failing to property insure have found themselves faced with criminal charges or fines. This is a significant lesson for homeowners associations in the area about employing vendors and contractors. Workers’ Compensation in North…
DetailsSaving money for your HOA can seem like a difficult task after paying for the necessary repairs and expenses that come with running an association. While raising member dues is a solution, you know that’s better used as a last resort for the happiness of your community. So here are some unique ways your HOA…
DetailsIt takes a certain golden combination of characteristics to be the most successful HOA board member. The best board member is reasonable, determined, thoughtful, and passionate about the role he or she plays. The following list contains five of the main qualities possessed by the best homeowners association board members. It can be used as a resource…
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It’s officially 2018, and everyone is thinking about what they want to change for the year ahead… and your homeowners association shouldn’t be an exception! Amidst the making of resolutions and goals for yourself in the new year, take some time to meet with your HOA board and discuss resolutions for your association in 2018. And…
DetailsIn an ideal situation, homeowners association board members and HOA managers would be on the same page about everything and have no worry of disputes. However, the reality is that even rational and reasonable people can have differences and disagreements. That’s where the HOA management contract comes in—to clearly spell out all agreements about fees, services,…
DetailsStaying up-to-date on home improvements is one of the best ways to visually attract new people to the homes in your homeowners association. However, it’s important to make sure you focus on interior and exterior improvements. Even if the community is beautifully maintained and decorated inside each unit, a rough exterior will have the best prospective members walking the…
DetailsThe fear of public speaking is one of the most common fears. And when you’re a member of an HOA board that often requires speaking up as part of your duties, overcoming this fear to can be scary and daunting. However, there are some great techniques that can help you when it’s time to speak…
DetailsTake a moment to consider how well your HOA board is communicating overall with association members. Is the relationship good and the exchange regular, or do you face challenges relaying information to your owners? Many homeowners associations in the Charlotte area struggle with communication between the board and HOA members, which can be a very frustrating experience if…
DetailsMost homeowners understand that assessments are a regular part of homeowners association membership. However, some owners—and even board members—may not fully grasp the importance of assessment payments on the community. Assessments are a large part of member benefits and when one member fails to make a payment, the association as a whole can suffer. Board…
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