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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
As a homeowners association (HOA) board member, it is your duty to enforce the rules and regulations stated in the community’s governing documents. It’s important to be familiar with these stipulations so that you’re able to enforce rules fairly and effectively. Homeowners should also know that failure to follow will result in HOA violations and…
One of the most desirable amenities that make homeowners choose an HOA community is the presence of common areas. The homeowners association manages and maintains these common areas that provide many uses to the community members. However, one of the most notorious questions that arise within HOA boards is what role they play in the…
There are so many HOA myths and misconceptions. It can be hard to determine what is truly legitimate and what is not. HOA board members must have a solid understanding of the association and its bylaws to make informed decisions, as well as to educate the community. This can be tough to do when certain…
One of the main duties of the current HOA board member is hosting and planning 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 possess. How to…
Homeowners associations are run by a set of leaders known as board members or board of directors. Whether you’re simply curious about what the homeowner association board of directors actually does or you’re considering volunteering for your own association, it’s important to know the functions of HOA board member roles. In this article: Understanding…