Having a community that does not allow pets can be a great thing for residents who are allergic to animals, have a fear of animals, or simply dislike the noise and the mess that pets can leave behind. However, there can be tension when someone with a service animal wishes to live in the community.…
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Community is the most important aspect of your homeowners association. Part of the responsibility of the HOA board is to make sure there are plenty of activities year round that bring the community together, build strong bonds of friendship, and make homeowners feel valued. Spring and summer are the perfect seasons to plan fun…
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Social media sites such as Facebook can be a huge asset to your homeowners association. These advances can help cut costs, boost the community’s environmental sustainability, and make communicating with residents quicker and easier. However, for all of the benefits that social media and other technologies provide there are always drawbacks if used incorrectly. Here…
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Common wisdom dictates that cheaper is not always better. A pair of shoes that is initially more expensive can save money in the long run by requiring replacement less often. This concept is easy to grasp with physical products, but is unintuitive when it comes to HOA fees. What HOA assessments actually pay for is…
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Whether you are new to the HOA board, or are a long time veteran, it is good to stay updated on the basic terminology that is used in the area of homeowners associations. To help you stay educated and be the best representative that you can for the community, here is a list of basic…
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Whether homeowners are wishing to renovate their homes in order to sell the property, or whether they are wanting to improve the home for their own use, renovations can be a source of conflict within the community. Noise, dust, and the unsightliness of construction can irk other homeowners and cause rising tensions. The best way…
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We all want our homes and communities to be safe. A high pressure is placed upon the shoulders of the HOA board to promote the security and safety of the neighborhood. Although the level to which the board is responsible for the safety of the community is outlined in the governing documents, there are a…
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The relationship between individual board members and the homeowners that they represent can be one of the best parts of a homeowners association. It can also be one of the most frustrating aspects on an HOA if these relationships are not healthy. A lot of the responsibility to create these healthy interactions rests on the…
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With most elections occurring between the beginning of January and the end of March, election season for HOAs is now upon us. Even the word “elections” can bring a feeling of dread upon board members, but the process does not have to be a painful one. Here are five tips for making this year’s HOA…
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The manager of a homeowners association is arguably the most important job in the community. They are the face that homeowners see, and the person with whom most will communicate. It is important, therefore, that they exhibit the many strong qualities that are necessary for any leadership position. Here are a few things that the…
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