The Hierarchy of HOA Governing Documents Any homeowners association board member understands the overwhelming amount of documentation that is involved with operating an HOA. The governing documents of the association can be dense and multiple and sometimes their hierarchy can be confusing. Which document takes precedence over another? What should a board member refer…
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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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HOA Regulations You Need to Know Each homeowners association has certain rules and regulations in place that help govern the community and it’s facilities. Not every HOA will have the same regulations across the board, but there are a few that tend to be universally recognized. As an HOA board member, it’s important to…
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Planning an Annual HOA Meeting One of the main duties of the current HOA board member is to host the annual HOA meeting. This meeting is particularly significant due to the board elections and tends to have more community members in attendance. However, event planning isn’t always a skill that every HOA board member will…
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4 HOA Board Member Roles Explained Whether you’re simply curious about what the homeowner association board members actually do or you’re considering volunteering for your own association, it’s important to know how each of those role functions within the association. Typically, there are four board member positions: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Each…
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