The Legal Rights of an HOA Homeowner
A volunteer board member strives to do their best by the community as a whole and for individual homeowners, and doing so successfully involves understanding the rights of HOA members, both those outlined in the governing documents of the community and those included in state and federal law. This can be easier said than done,
Getting the Most Out of Your HOA Board Member Role
There are so many great things about serving as a member of your HOA board. Sometimes, you may find yourself feeling stretched a bit thin, so it’s good to take a step back and reflect on why you decided to serve your community to begin with. If you need a reminder, here’s a quick summary
Tips for Making a Smooth Transition from One HOA Board to Another
Passing on the titles and responsibilities of one HOA board to another requires that everyone work together to make the process as seamless as possible to ensure continued success of the community and to avoid any unnecessary mistakes. When experienced board members are leaving to be replaced by less experienced ones, there should be very
Everything You Need to Know About Your HOA Governing Documents
Homeowners’ associations are becoming increasingly popular. In fact, over 50% of owner-occupied homes in America are part of an HOA. This is why it’s important to understand how a homeowners’ association operates and why HOAs use governing documents to guide the operation of the association. A homeowners’ association, and every homeowner within the association, must
HOA Board Meeting and Annual Meeting Notice Requirements
Why are HOA board meetings important? In short, you can only make some decisions in a meeting. For example, most states require associations discuss and vote on financial business items only in an open board meeting. The legal requirements involved in what you can and can’t discuss in meetings makes each meeting important. We occasionally
What Can I Do as an HOA Homeowner?
If you are a homeowner in a planned community and you don’t feel your HOA is doing their part to help maintain common areas, you do have options. Has the entry gate been broken for months, or is the park overgrown with weeds and tattered equipment? The HOA is responsible for taking care of these
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