All homeowners association (HOA) board meetings should be simple, calm, and organized. That’s not usually how it works when you manage a community. Each homeowner has their own views, but there are those who treat their opinions as facts. Sometimes, this can lead to raised voices, heightened tension, and attempts at HOA board members harassment.…
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It’s never a fun topic to consider, but the sudden death of a resident is something that a homeowners’ association (HOA) should know how to handle. As a board member, you will have to deal with delicate and time-sensitive matters such as death expenses, unpaid HOA assessments, and taxes. It’s possible to conduct community matters…
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HOA communication tools are vital to staying connected with the community, but are you taking the right approach with yours? Openness, transparency, and relevance should be crucial elements of the HOA communication policy you use to stay in touch with your HOA community members. Reaching Out to HOA Members Through the Right HOA Communication Tools…
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No one really wants to think about emergency situations and their consequences. Unfortunately, bad things, including natural disasters like tornadoes or severe thunderstorms, happen when we least expect them. For this reason, your board should always have an HOA emergency plan in place in case disaster strikes. Here is how you can craft the perfect…
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It’s always important for your HOA board to stay in contact with community members. After all, the decisions you make will almost always affect the residents in your HOA, and you want to understand how they will feel about it. HOA boards who are more active in finding out their residents’ opinions will build a…
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It is common to see political signs in yards in HOA communities, especially around the election season. However, homeowners may be surprised to find a letter in their mailbox asking them to remove their political signs. Many associations have rules that prohibit or restrict political signs, limiting how homeowners can advocate their beliefs and parties.…
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The community is growing, and there’s no excuse for not welcoming a new member of the community with joy and enthusiasm. While there’s no need to throw a welcome party, it will be great to have a complete and detailed condo welcome package you can give to the new members. Not only will this make…
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Homeowner apathy is a common problem faced by associations. While this can sometimes be normal, apathy in the community could indicate that not everyone is content and happy. Homeowners’ association (HOA) board should strive for better engagement and involvement among residents. They should have the opportunity to speak up and express their feelings. Here are…
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Everyone knows the many ecological benefits of going paperless. But despite that, many homeowners’ associations still use paper for their documents and communication. While saving the environment is already a good enough reason, switching to a paperless association can also boost your productivity and efficiency. So if you’re ready to take the leap, here are…
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April 15, also known as Tax Day in the United States, is rarely greeted with joy. It can cause a lot of stress and anxiety in individuals — especially if you are a homeowner. Although filing your tax returns is a time-consuming process, there are some perks to owning a home. One of which is…
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