Remember when people would ask in the middle of a heated dispute: “Can’t we all just get along?” No one asks that question very often anymore because the answer clearly is, no. We can’t get along. We can’t seem to behave with even moderate civility. Debates (loosely defined) in Congress are only one example. Read […]
Don’t Get Stuck in the Urgent but Not Important Quadrant (NY)
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by all the tasks on your plate as a co-op or condo board member? Do you wish there was a simple way to prioritize and manage your time more effectively? Look no further than the Eisenhower Box – a tried and true productivity tool that can help you get […]
Should You Enforce An HOA Anti-Harassment Policy?
Homeowners associations are responsible for the operations of their communities. But, does that include the responsibility to step in when harassment occurs? Is an HOA anti-harassment policy mandatory? Read the article………………………..
Spring Cleaning For Virginia Community Associations Top 10 Policies and Procedures
The pandemic that took hold in 2020 created uncertainty and required community associations to adapt to new norms and its policies and procedures. The country looked forward to a new year with new hope. A new year usually brings resolutions. With Spring around the corner and the vaccine rollout providing a light at the end […]
6 Tips on Preparing HOA Vendor Bids and Evaluating Responses
HOAs exist for the benefit of all the HOA’s homeowner members. The elected Board takes care of the day-to-day business of the HOA. Of course, the Board cannot complete every maintenance job or other work that the HOA needs. So, one of the Board’s duties is to hire the best people (or company) for the […]
Why Your HOA Needs a Written Collections Policy (AZ)
Some Homeowners Associations are lucky enough to have minimal collections concerns. However some, are constantly dealing the delinquency of homeowners falling behind on dues. No matter where your HOA sits on this spectrum, it is vital for your community to have a written collection policy documented for the HOA, and a managing partner to handle […]
Lights, Camera, Action !
Community associations across the country—and individual homeowners—are offering up locations for film shoots. Know what you’re getting into before Hollywood arrives at your front door. Read PDF article……..
Keeping Track of Paperwork: Properly Managing Association Records
While keeping the records of the association is not the most fascinating part of serving on a board of trustees, it is in some ways the most important. In fact, the flow of paperwork is the lifeblood of the community. Read more……..
Does Your Association Have the Written Policies it Needs?
By now, most community associations have met the minimum requirements when it comes to adopting the responsible governance policies required under the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (CCIOA). You have duly adopted all 9 of the required policies, including a collection policy, an enforcement policy and a conflict of interest policy to name a few. […]