HOA payment plans are a common remedy that homeowners associations adopt to lower delinquency rates. But, is there a requirement for HOAs to offer these plans? And how do they work exactly? What Are HOA Payment Plans? A payment plan is an agreement where a homeowner promises to make regular payments to a homeowners…
Lots of homeowners associations throw community-wide events on holidays. Christmas and New Year’s are a given, but what about Valentine’s Day? Should you host an HOA Valentine’s Day community event? The Benefits of Hosting an HOA Valentine’s Day Community Event There are a handful of reasons why HOAs might not want to hold a Valentine’s…
Homeowners associations and their boards should routinely conduct an HOA manager performance review. In doing so, they can objectively evaluate how their manager or management company is doing and decide whether or not it is time for a change. HOA Manager Performance: Good or Bad? Homeowners associations function much like a business corporation. But,…
HOA traffic enforcement is a commonly discussed issue among many communities. With reckless driving and speeding becoming more prevalent, it is easy to see why some boards might want to impose their own traffic rules. HOA Traffic Enforcement: On Private and Public Roads Before an association can create its own traffic rules, it is…
As the year 2021 comes to a close, homeowners associations across the nation are preparing for their final celebrations. To make for a truly memorable beginning for the year 2022, here are the best HOA New Year activities associations can organize for their community. Want to Host HOA New Year Activities? Here Are the Best…
The HOA budget meeting is an important event in any homeowners association. Make sure all goes well with yours by adopting these tips for planning and presenting your annual budget. How to Prepare for Your Annual HOA Budget Meeting Budget planning is an essential part of managing a homeowners association. It sets the ground…
When an association board asks a homeowner to remove a cross display in an HOA community during the holidays, is the association violating any laws? Can an HOA really pick and choose which holiday decorations residents can display? Can Boards Ask Homeowners to Remove a Cross in HOA Communities? The holidays are usually a…
In a planned development, residents typically have access to amenities, including the HOA clubhouse. But, should the association open the clubhouse exclusively to members? Should the HOA Clubhouse and Other Amenities Be Open to the Public? If you have ever experienced HOA living, then you know that these communities normally come with membership perks.…
Thanksgiving is a time when friends and family get together to eat, catch up, and have fun. But, if you’re throwing a Thanksgiving party in an HOA, there are a few more preparations you need to make note of. How to Prepare for a Thanksgiving Party in HOA Communities Hosting a Thanksgiving party is exciting…
HOA contract bids are a necessary part of selecting new vendors. But, that does not mean you always need to get multiple bids for every little job. When Do You Need Multiple HOA Contract Bids? Securing bids from vendors is important for many reasons. It allows your HOA board to scope out possible candidates…