If you’re running your homeowners’ association (HOA) like a business, it’s important to conduct performance reviews on all your employees, especially your HOA manager. While nobody really likes being scrutinized, routine evaluations are a healthy practice. It’s an opportunity for the board to be open about their expectations and provide valuable feedback that your HOA…
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You’re about to call a new landscaping company to book their services when, suddenly, a fellow board member stops you. He says you collectively decided during the last meeting to keep your current vendor for landscaping services. However, you remember the discussion going differently. Neither of you budges and the argument reaches an impasse because…
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Part of the American dream is to become successful enough to purchase your own house. However, for a variety of reasons, you may want to rent it out to someone else. It’s not uncommon, though HOA renters may have more hoops to jump through in a homeowners association. What Homeowners Should Know About HOA…
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Homeowners association (HOA) events are a great way to get the community together and build camaraderie with one another. If done properly, HOA community events can encourage more interaction and even decrease conflict between homeowners. Planning a community event can be difficult since you need a lot of planning and preparation. Here are some helpful…
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Keeping track of maintenance services can be tricky, which is why using an HOA vendor matrix is essential. A homeowners association can easily become overwhelmed if there is no management system in place. When maintenance needs arise — whether anticipated or unexpected — the board may find themselves struggling with issues of quality, deadlines, and…
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Homeowners association (HOA) board members take on a wide range of responsibilities that are necessary for the well-being of the community and its residents. It’s not an easy job at all, and this is where an HOA management company can step in and relieve some of the burdens on your behalf. While there are a…
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It is common for homeowners associations to begin long-term contracts for services such as trash removal, landscaping, and other maintenance works. What associations do not realize, however, is that many of these contracts are set to auto-renew. Without knowing this, your community could find itself facing financial liabilities. Here’s how you should handle HOA vendor…
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When running a homeowners association (HOA), you’re bound to encounter people with different backgrounds, life stories, and conditions. It’s these things that add color and personality to your community. Other times, you might have to deal with issues like hoarding which can be problematic for your community. Since hoarding is a delicate matter, it should…
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When new members are elected to the homeowners’ association (HOA) board of directors, it’s important to welcome them properly and educate them about community matters. This seems simple enough, but board members sometimes forget to take these crucial steps. As a result, new board members feel unprepared and are overwhelmed by their many responsibilities. For…
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Dealing with difficult residents can be unpleasant or downright stressful. Taking the time to deal with an angry homeowner can be an opportunity for the HOA board to gain some valuable feedback. Learning how to handle difficult homeowners is an important skill for a community manager. If you’re an HOA board member or even if…
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