The holidays are just around the corner, which means residents are getting ready to decorate homes once again. For homeowners associations, though, it’s necessary to have rules in place about which HOA holiday decorations are allowed. Regulating HOA Holiday Decorations Homeowners living in an HOA community often question the need for holiday decoration rules.…
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It is not uncommon to have an HOA conflict of interest in any given association board. The important thing is to learn how to distinguish them and subsequently come to a resolution. Understanding an HOA Conflict of Interest What is a conflict of interest anyway? Simply put, a conflict of interest is when personal…
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Homeowner association complaints are common in any planned community. However, not all of them are directed to the board or the association. Most of the time, homeowners’ complaints are directed towards their neighbors or other members of the community. While neighbor disputes do not always involve or require action from the association, it’s still important…
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HOA dues collection can be a chore, which is why many HOAs turn to third parties for assistance. When it comes to collecting dues, though, it is important to stay compliant with the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. What Is the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act? The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, otherwise…
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With Halloween just around the corner, more and more people are wondering how to celebrate this spooky event in the midst of a pandemic, especially in HOA communities. Here are some of the best Halloween COVID-19 ideas you can do this October. Halloween COVID-19 Activities You Can Do Before the coronavirus pandemic, Halloween in HOA…
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Over the years, there has been a lot of debate over the presence of law enforcement vehicles inside homeowners associations. Some residential communities have covenants that prohibit such vehicles from being parked on the streets of their neighborhood. What does the law have to say about this? Here’s the real deal about police vehicles in…
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An HOA foreclosure does not happen all the time, but it is still a possibility for every member of a homeowners association. As a homeowner, you must know what an HOA foreclosure entails and what you can do if you ever face one. What You Must Know About an HOA Foreclosure Homeowners associations collect…
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When it comes to HOA pool safety, a common question often comes to mind: “Is having an HOA lifeguard necessary?” The answer, unfortunately, isn’t as simple as yes or no. There are many things to consider when making a decision. The Pros and Cons of an HOA Lifeguard The most obvious benefit of having…
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With almost everyone owning a smartphone, it doesn’t take much to record HOA board meetings. The question is: Is it legal to do so? There is no straightforward answer. It will depend on the HOA’s board and governing documents, as well as state laws. To gain a better understanding, here’s what you need to know…
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Every homeowners association can benefit from the creation of HOA committees, but the process of assembling one requires much more than sheer willpower. Before you can form a committee, you must first understand the types as well as their individual roles. The Different Types of HOA Committees HOA committees can fall under one of…
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