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Is Your HOA Reserve Underfunded? What To Do Now To Fix It

An HOA’s reserve is an integral part of its financial stability because this fund helps pay for significant repairs and…

2 years ago

Overview of New Legislation (CA)

There were many changes for California HOAs that went into effect at the beginning of this year (2022). The following…

2 years ago

What is a Member at Large on an HOA Board? (CA)

Sometimes it's confusing for volunteers to know and understand their place on the HOA board. Each board member must hold…

2 years ago

What the Cluck? Addressing Backyard Chickens in HOA’s (CA)

It is becoming increasingly popular to raise chickens in suburban and even in urban areas. Chickens offer a continuous source…

2 years ago

Avoid the Collapse of Deferred Maintenance (CA)

By now, most have seen the awful images of the collapsed Champlain Towers which resulted in nearly 100 deaths, countless…

2 years ago

Rising Costs of Materials Could Lead to More Construction Defects

We wanted to share news greatly affecting new construction: rising costs of materials. The housing market across the country is…

2 years ago

What is the Purpose of the HOA Bylaws?

When you become a member of a homeowners association, you receive a copy of the governing documents. By living in…

2 years ago

Giving Up Your Rights to Live in a Planned Community? Yes, It Started in Orange County (CA)

Before the 1960s, if a developer built a community amenity such as a swimming pool, golf course or park, they…

2 years ago

Caution! Flooring Penetrations May Result in Structural Issue (CA)

Many of our multi-story condominium communities are wood framed with wood flooring. Most high-rise communities are concrete structures with concrete…

2 years ago

Acclamation Decisions Have to be Made Early (CA)

When Civil Code section 5103 became effective on January 1, 2022, many community association managers and board members celebrated the…

2 years ago