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The Hidden Costs of Skipping HOA Maintenance

As an HOA board member or manager, there will undoubtedly be moments when it takes time to meet the demands…

1 year ago

The Impact of Inadequate Reserve Funding by the HOA Board (CA)

Homeowners associations are established to ensure the proper maintenance of common areas, amenities, and other community resources. To fund these,…

1 year ago

Determining the Best Time (and Steps) to Update Governing Documents

Governing docs are the core of how an association operates. Keeping them up-to-date is crucial to ensure everything is clearly…

1 year ago

The Importance of HOA Landscaping Maintenance and Improvements (CA)

Managing and maintaining an HOA community can be a difficult task. Still, landscaping is one of the most essential elements…

1 year ago

Homeowner Associations: 50% Pro-Rata Fee Award To HOA By Arbitrator Affirmed On Appeal (CA)

In Fairly-Haze v. Whitesails Community Assn., Case No. B311574 (2d Dist., Div. 6 May 4, 2023) (unpublished), HOA primarily won…

1 year ago

HOA Management Budget: The Importance of a Cost/Benefit Analysis

Establishing and maintaining a HOA budget can be a delicate process. It’s a key component of board member responsibilities and…

1 year ago

HOA Emergency Preparedness: How to Communicate with Residents during an Emergency

In today’s world, emergency preparedness is more important than ever. As a Homeowner’s Association (HOA) Board member or HOA management,…

1 year ago

How Often Do You Recommend Doing a Reserve Study?

Reserve studies are a critical tool for HOAs to help ensure that they have adequate funds available to cover future…

1 year ago

Court Intervenes to Halt HOA Election Abuse (CA)

Under California law, a homeowners association (HOA) is considered a “quasi-government entity” similar to a municipal government. And, as courts…

1 year ago

Left Holding the (Sand) Bag (CA)

Who Will Pay for the Damage Caused by Flooding and Rising Sea Levels? It Could Be Your Homeowners Association!   Read…

1 year ago