A key function of the HOA board is to maintain the well-being of the community. Usually, this entails having to outsource services that the board itself can’t carry out on its own. This can include everything from janitorial services and lawn maintenance to bookkeeping and security. However, with so many vendors available, it’s often difficult…
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How much do you know about HOA insurance services? Most HOA board members understand that they need insurance, but many do not know the specifics are left with many questions. What type of insurance do you need? How extensive should your coverage be? How do you go about obtaining insurance? In this article, we will…
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Every community, no matter the size, requires a set of governing laws to function properly. Without rules, nations would collapse. A homeowners association is no exception. HOA rules and regulations allow the community to operate without a hitch. They are guidelines that act as the standard by which homeowners must abide. Whether you’re a homeowner…
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Community associations (or homeowners associations) exist to manage and maintain the neighborhood. They operate solely with the community’s best interests in mind. However, more often than not, HOA boards consist of unpaid volunteers, and they can only do so much for the entire community. As a result, most community associations seek outside help. There are…
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At the core of any democracy are free and fair elections, homeowner associations are no different. After all, HOA boards of directors are elected to serve their communities and represent the interests of their members. However, before any of that can happen, an association must first know how to hold an HOA board election. There…
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One of the responsibilities of an HOA board is to hold an annual meeting. The meeting itself is important, but the preparations that come before it are just as critical. The planning stage is when you define agendas and send out notices. While these actions may sound trivial, they are far from it. If you…
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Much like any organization, a functioning homeowners association requires a set of documents that serve as its guide. These HOA governing documents dictate what you can and cannot do. However, the governing documents of HOAs can be difficult to identify or differentiate, even for members of the association. Which document takes precedence over another? What…
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HOA Violations Enforcement As an homeowners association board member, you’re familiar with the rules and regulations outlined in your association bylaws. Yet, you’re not exactly sure what type of authority you and the rest of the HOA board have when it comes to enforcing those regulations. While maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the rules and…
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Community Common Area Maintenance One of the most desirable amenities that make homeowners choose an HOA community is the presence of common areas. These common areas are managed and maintained by the homeowners association and can provide many uses to the community members. However, one of the most notorious questions that arise within HOA…
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5 Common HOA Misconceptions Explained There are so many myths and misconceptions about homeowners associations that it can be hard to determine what’s legitimate and what’s not. HOA board members need to have a valid and working knowledge of the association and its bylaws in order to make informed decisions, as well as to educate…
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