Moving out of HOA communities is not as easy as you might think. The process involves a few extra steps than moving out of a non-HOA home would. If you’re thinking about leaving your homeowners association, here are the things you should do. What to Do When Moving Out of HOA Communities Homeowners associations…
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The HOA pool season is just around the corner. With that in mind, board members must prepare ahead of time to ensure everything is working smoothly. The following article is based on the 2021 Pool Season Webinar Cedar hosted. You can watch the full webinar below. COVID-19 and the HOA Pool Season 2021 It…
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Poor association management can be detrimental to any community. But, how do board members even begin to understand what good community association management looks like? What Is Community Association Management? A community association is an association made up of members of a community. This can be in the form of a village, a condominium,…
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Much like any type of organization, homeowners associations in North Carolina are bound by certain laws. As a member of your HOA board, it is imperative to familiarize yourself with these North Carolina HOA laws to better protect your community. Understanding the Different North Carolina HOA Laws An integral part of running a homeowners…
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HOA security cameras can help give residents peace of mind, but they can also be a source of conflict in the community. Thus, it is important to understand the legalities and intricacies of installing such cameras, whether you are a part of the HOA board or just a regular member. Are HOA Security Cameras…
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Many homeowners associations turn to an HOA collection agency to solve their problems with delinquencies. But, is it really worth your association’s time and money to hire a third party? Does Your Association Need an HOA Collection Agency? One of the biggest problems most homeowners associations face is a high delinquency rate. Associations rely on…
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Every homeowners association goes through board elections, but not all communities have the same exact procedures. One thing that remains common in most associations, though, is the need for an HOA candidate statement. What Is an HOA Candidate Statement? To put it simply, an HOA candidate statement introduces you as a candidate and what you…
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Given the current state of the world, many homeowners associations have yet to hold their annual meetings for health and safety concerns. But, there is a way to hold an HOA annual meeting during COVID without endangering everyone. Planning an HOA Annual Meeting During COVID The year 2020 was difficult for everyone — homeowners associations…
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Every new year comes with its own set of challenges. And while 2020 was particularly difficult due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 brings hope for homeowners associations. Start the new year right by administering an HOA annual checkup. What to Include in Your HOA Annual Checkup Just as our bodies require yearly health checkups to…
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What are homeowners rights against HOA? All members of an HOA community, board member or not, should know about the different rights homeowners have. This way, you can prevent potential conflict from arising. The Most Important Homeowners Rights Against HOA Moving into a community governed by a homeowners association requires a familiarity with the things…
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