Emerging from the colder months into spring and summer is typically a positive shift for most people. For HOA board members and homeowners, warmer months come with an extensive checklist of errands before the community is all set to enjoy the long, warm summer nights. From condominiums to large communities, here’s everything to do for [...]
HOAs in the California area organize board meetings regularly, and it's a must to have at least one meeting per year where each member of HOA should attend. The question is how to get people to come to meetings? Sometimes, it's challenging to gather all the members together for the meeting, and the board of [...]
When becoming a member of HOA, residents give some amount of money per month or year to maintain their property values and share common areas with their neighbors. HOA board members or property managers become responsible for maintaining common areas (pools, athletic courts, tennis, park, clubhouses, etc.). They manage the budget, assess HOA dues, communicate [...]
It is never pleasing to see how your neighbors have disputes with each other. This not only disturbs the comfort and peace of the community but also creates an overall tense atmosphere. The case is especially true for residents within the area of the homeowner's association (HOA). The organization maintains property rules for residents and [...]
To determine board qualifications, every HOA should review state legislation and its operating papers. However, there is currently no statute that specifies who might serve on an HOA board. Furthermore, many HOA rules do not demand board members to meet certain credentials. The qualities mentioned in the regulations are generally just suggested since it’s important [...]
Collecting dues for many homeowner associations can be a difficult task, especially when there are a large number of tenants. Fortunately, by following a straightforward procedure and examining all of your alternatives, you can make HOA assessment less of a hassle. Dues are the principal source of revenue for an HOA. An association would be [...]
Just as it’s optimal for each individual to have their own savings account, a reserve fund acts as the same for homeowners associations. Emergencies are inevitable and they require quick responses which are often directly related to large sums of money. Your HOA’s preparedness for these emergencies with the help of HOA reserve funds maintains [...]
In comparison to the difficulty of maintenance, more and more homeowners are attracted to the security and convenience of belonging to a privately regulated community. Perhaps there isn't an HOA community in your neighborhood, or perhaps starting one has always been your desire. There are various advantages to owning a home, but it also comes [...]
Communities are assigned a board of directors to oversee the everyday operations, needs, and concerns of the community. However, this does not protect your community from fraudulent activity. The more informed you are about common HOA scams and fraud types, the more effectively you can take preventative measures to protect your HOA. Hoa Common is [...]
One of the most important responsibilities of the homeowners association (HOA) board is to create a budget. A well-managed HOA budget can help you successfully maximize funds while also improving your residents' quality of life. It's challenging to plan an HOA budget, especially if you've never done it before. It's easy to lose track of [...]
