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  • Navigating Defamation Lawsuits and Non-Compete Clauses (FL) February 14, 2024
    The topic of defamation has become more prevalent as civil discourse has eroded. Unfortunately, sometimes it is the rare board member and/or manager who has not been subject to some form of potential slander or libel throughout their course of community association service.    Listen to the podcast…………………………..
  • What Community Associations Need to Know to Avoid Common Social Media and IT Pitfalls (IL) October 18, 2023
    Here at LP, we know that community associations, their managers, and boards, are busy trying to run the day-to-day operations of their buildings and communities. With that responsibility comes the need to adapt to ever-changing technologies and the impact of social media on our world.   Read the article………………………………..
  • Social Media in Your Community (TX) July 19, 2023
    Throughout history, communication has changed drastically. From petroglyphs in caves telling the stories of ancient hunts and battles, to the pony express taking letters across the frontier, to the notification of “you’ve got mail” signaling an email has arrived, the barriers to communication have steadily dropped over time. That evolution has continued over the last 15 years with the rise of social media. Now, the barriers are virtually gone. But what does that mean for our community associations? Should community ...
  • Social Media in Your Community (TX) June 28, 2023
    Throughout history, communication has changed drastically. From petroglyphs in caves telling the stories of ancient hunts and battles, to the pony express taking letters across the frontier, to the notification of “you’ve got mail” signaling an email has arrived, the barriers to communication have steadily dropped over time. That evolution has continued over the last 15 years with the rise of social media.  Read the article………………………..
  • ‘HOA Chronicles’ parody videos hit a nerve, draw blowback against Cibolo city council candidate May 3, 2023
    ACibolo City Council candidate’s TikTok video series — called “HOA Chronicles” — is stirring up controversy in the Northeast Side-area city.  The videos depict Jeff McGlothin, who is also an area homeowners association president, driving around his neighborhood saying the types of things that someone who always demands to speak to the manager would say.    Read the article………………………..
  • How to Use Social Media in Community Associations October 12, 2022
    Community associations are finding more and more value in using social media to connect with their residents. It can be a great way to share photos from community events, announce upcoming events, and give residents a way to interact with each other online. However, social media is also Pandora’s box;   Read the article………………………..
  • Should Your HOA Use Social Media to Connect with Residents? July 3, 2022
    Homeowners are getting younger. Both Millennials and Gen Zs (from 18-40) care more about putting down roots, being sustainable, and getting involved in the real estate industry than any generations before them.  Read the article……………………………
  • Property Management Company: Public Outrage Over HOA Cat-Feeding Fines Severe but Misdirected (HI) June 10, 2022
    The property management company director tasked with communicating the intentions of the Keauhou condo HOA mired in controversy surrounding a cat-feeding issue said he’s received a couple dozen “brutal” emails from the public since a Big Island Now story on the issue published Monday, June 6. Read the entire article……………………………….
  • Co-ops, Condos, & Social Media: To Tweet…or Not to Tweet? May 19, 2022
    While some co-op and condo communities have tried social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or Twitter as ways to build community spirit and facilitate better communication between neighbors, management, and even the board, most have remained ‘old-school,’ sticking with newsletters, bulletin boards (both digital and cork) in the lobby or mail room, and email blasts to residents.   Read the entire article……………………………….
  • Co-ops, Condos, HOAs & Social Media: Many Communities Say “No Thanks” March 23, 2022
    Fans of the TV show “Seinfeld” may recall an episode in which the character Kramer posts the names and photos of all the residents in his building in the lobby so everybody can get to know each other better—maybe even (gasp) say “hello” to each other in the lobby or elevator. Kramer’s neighborly initiative didn’t work out too well for Jerry, who didn’t want to participate and was then ostracized by his neighbors for being a curmudgeon.   Read the entire ...

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  • Are E-mail Discussions by HOA Directors Aloud? (CA) October 28, 2023
    Below is a helpful tip from the Davis-Stirling.com Newsletter by ADAMS | STIRLING PLC regarding the directors having discussions in emails. It reads as follows . . . Seventeen years ago, the Open Meeting Act for HOA meetings went into effect. Everyone assumed that emails among a quorum of directors constituted a board meeting and was not allowed.    Read the article……………………………..
  • Palm Beach webpage explains new condo-inspection law after Miami collapse (FL) October 17, 2023
    In an effort to inform residents about new state legislation that requires aging condominium buildings to be inspected by licensed engineers and architects, the town has published a new webpage with details of the law.   Read the article………………………………..
  • ‘My internet was shut off’: Entire community left without service, caught in middle of legal fight (FL) October 17, 2023
    The Seasons at Spring Creek community in Lake County is now in its final phase of construction. Arlene Fernandez bought her home in 2021 while relocating from south Florida. She was excited about the promise of high-speed internet with fiber-optic lines throughout the community.   Read the article……………………………..
  • Best HOA & Condo Websites for your Association March 15, 2023
    A website is a handy tool for any homeowners association. It defines how a community interacts with its residents and eases communication. What’s more? An HOA website makes it easy to access community rules and improves transparency between the residents and the management.   Read the article………………………..
  • Why Condo and Co-op Boards Should Reconsider Cable Bulk Agreements (NY) March 12, 2023
    As a co-op and condo efficiency consultant, we analyze our clients’ operating expense and income line items as well as their contracts. When we hear that they are in a cable bulk agreement, we immediately review it to get the end date so that we can cancel it at the earliest possible date. Why? Because it’s a losing proposition that is very expensive for most buildings.   Read the article………………………..
  • Cautionary Tales: Know Your Association Website Information and Protect It March 8, 2023
    As more community associations enter the digital age and establish their own websites, boards enter a new world that may be unfamiliar. Association websites are a great tool for providing owners with the community’s governing documents, handbooks, and other relevant information, such as when the pool will open and close. Many owners have stated that communication through an association website is their preferred method of correspondence from the board.   Read the article………………………..
  • POA board videos removed from YouTube (AR) January 29, 2023
    Streaming meetings of Hot Springs Village Property Owners’ Association Board of Director might continue on YouTube, even though it appears board meetings have been removed from HSVPOA’s YouTube channel.   Read the article………………………..
  • Data Security In HOAs: How Is Homeowner Information Protected? January 24, 2023
    Data privacy is a widely discussed topic among planned communities and condominiums today. But, is an HOA legally required to protect member information? How do you strike the right balance between records inspection and data security in HOAs?   Read the article………………………..
  • 7 Must-Have HOA Online Services For The Best User Experience December 29, 2022
    There is a lot that goes into managing a homeowners association. But, with the right tools, it can be made significantly more straightforward. Here are the HOA online services every community should have.  Read the article………………………..
  • It’s Time to Implement Best Practices for HOA Cyber Security December 17, 2022
    There is no question that digital solutions and online platforms can save tons of time for homeowners associations. Every paper process that can be replaced with a digital solution is probably worth exploring. The only problem with online solutions versus traditional paper document storage is the increased risk for hacks that put member and association information at risk.   Read the article………………………..

 

 

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