Mistakes New HOA Board Members Make (and How to Avoid Them!)
Way to go – you are the newest elected member of your community HOA board! This new role means great things for you, and we are excited to be part of your journey to help you make the most of this experience. Along with your new role comes some new challenges, but don’t worry –
Getting Official: Your HOA’s Articles of Incorporation
There is most definitely a hierarchy when it comes to HOA documents. Familiarizing yourself with your association’s community documents is essential when serving as a member of the HOA board, but it’s also important as a homeowner. Being ‘in the know’ when it comes to what’s acceptable, expected, and standard procedure not only helps you
Time Management for HOA Board Members
You may be wondering if it’s possible to balance board duties with the rest of your commitments. The answer is yes! With the right tools and the right team, you can absolutely take an active role in your community while maintaining the right balance for your life. Let us help you! The key to finding
The HOA Town Hall Meeting
You’ve probably heard of a town hall in connection with local government. The town hall we refer to is a forum for the HOA board and homeowners to discuss a specific topic, or to provide feedback. Purpose of a Town Hall Before the developer has turned over the property to the board, hosting a town
The 5 Types of Homeowners Association Communities
Community associations are each unique, yet also have similarities - the most notable being that they oversee homes within their jurisdiction and have the obligation to collect assessments (sometimes referred to as ‘dues’) in order to maintain and effectively operate the association. Here we will discuss these five types of communities managed by an association,
Co-Exist Peacefully with Your Pets in Your HOA
If you’re like most pet owners, your furry friends are members of the family! Anywhere you go, they go, and moving into an HOA community can bring some added components that are important to consider for your four-legged friends (because, let’s face it, not everyone may be as fond of household pets as you are).
Why HOA Board Member Education is Important
Homeowners’ associations essentially function as businesses, and as such their success is rooted in knowing how to run them. The board of directors is the executive team in charge of the association’s day-to-day operations and overall well-being. Thus, the board’s education is vital. There are many resources available for board education. For example, simply reading
5 Traits of Great HOA Board Members
Whether you’re already an HOA board member and looking to improve your contributions to the community in which you serve, or if you’re considering becoming a board member and want to know how to be the best one you can be, we’ve compiled a list of 5 traits that make a great board member. Because
How to Build HOA Reserve Funds
A large responsibility of the HOA is to operate, maintain, repair, and replace all common areas within a development. Because these areas are available for use to everyone within the community, HOA funds are used for any expenses that may ensue. As set forth in the governing documents of an association, the HOA must keep
The Importance of an HOA Board Code of Conduct
Serving as an HOA board member is a rewarding challenge, especially if this is your first time! The more prepared you are for the expectations of the role, the more confident you’ll feel. There’s certainly a code of conduct you should be committed to upholding. Also referred to as a code of ethics, this will