In January of 2020, Cedar Management Group’s 15th anniversary celebrates the successful services provided to HOAs located in the United States. Many HOAs have difficulty managing the inundation of tasks that are required from their residents. It has become commonplace for HOAs to outsource their needs to an experienced HOA management company that is better…
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One issue that is very important for HOAs to consider is how their community can prepare for a natural disaster. HOAs that fail to put these protocols in place can subject themselves to legal liabilities in the future. If your community does not have an HOA natural disaster preparation plan or is looking to update…
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One of the largest hurdles to individuals investing in homes is the inability to come up with the down payment. For this reason, HOAs need to consider the value of having FHA recertification on their buildings. For buildings that are having trouble selling their units, having FHA approval could greatly improve their prospective buyer pool.…
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There has been a great deal of controversy regarding how far the influence of an HOA can stretch to the members of its community. There have been many residents that have attempted to eliminate their association from requiring dues on the properties that they own. One issue that has gained a great deal of press…
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Even though smaller condominium associations may seem easier to manage, they have unique challenges that HOA board members have a difficult time dealing with. Residents of smaller condominium associations have a smaller pool of potential services that their HOA can offer to them due to the decreased member dues received by the HOA and the…
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What are your GOA goals for 2020? At the beginning of the year, HOA board members need to have a clear direction of their approach for the upcoming year. The reason for this is that residents need to feel that their dues are being used efficiently and ethically. Without having a clear approach to the…
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Raleigh has become a very popular place to live since Raleigh has experienced an incredible level of corporate growth in recent years. Due to the many multinational companies that have relocated their presence to the Raleigh area, many neighborhoods have gained popularity both within and the suburbs surrounding Raleigh. If you are considering relocating to…
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Anybody who lives in a planned community most likely is part of a homeowners association which requires members to pay fees. The fees cover the day-to-day operating expenses of the community. Unfortunately, the regular dues don’t always cover all of the association’s expenses, especially if there are unexpected costs that the reserves can’t account for.…
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As an HOA board member, you have probably dealt with difficult homeowners in the past. Knowing how to effectively handle HOA complaints from community members is an essential but often overlooked part of your responsibilities. It is impossible to completely resolve every complaint that arises. After all, you can’t please everybody. But if you stick…
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A homeowner’s association (HOA) can accomplish great things with the right people sitting on the board. However, bullies can often be the clog that hinders a well-oiled machine from performing effectively. A board bully can be annoying. They often belittle other members’ proposals and forcefully push their own. If you are reading this, there is…
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