Condo & HOA Articles

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

Insurance coverage: Communities report significant challenges with rising premiums

Insurance premiums have been skyrocketing across the country in recent years, causing many community associations to face significant challenges in…

1 year ago

How To Practice Checks And Balances In Your HOA

Practicing checks and balances in your HOA is a good way to protect the association’s funds, but not many boards…

1 year ago

7 Tips to Make Your HOA Board Meeting More Productive

HOA board meetings are critical to the smooth running of any community; topics discussed here include finances, rule enforcement, operations,…

1 year ago

What to Expect From a Violation Hearing (CO)

Under the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (“CCIOA”), before an association can levy fines against an owner, the association must…

1 year ago

Condo/HOA conflict: What causes it and how to minimize it

Every condominium and HOA community has governing documents that help guide all members on what is and is not acceptable.…

1 year ago

After a Damaging Leak, Co-op Board Installs Sensors to Avert a Repeat (NY)

.....a pipe in a vacated — and renovated — ninth floor apartment started leaking, possibly assisted by the cold weather…

1 year ago

Be Aware of Alternative Property Uses (OH)

When it comes to short-term rentals, Airbnb has become a household name. Whether you’re traveling and need a house, apartment,…

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