Condo & HOA Articles

How To Handle an HOA Member Who Refuses To Pay (MD)

Obviously, member fees are important for running an HOA. They provide the income the community needs to function well. When…

1 year ago

Backyard Event Rentals: Problems Posed for Homeowner Associations

Homeowners may wish to engage in backyard event rentals to earn supplemental income. For example, some homeowners may rent out…

1 year ago

HOA Homefront — Getting board meetings in order

Unruly board meetings may be the most discouraging part of HOA living. Mature homeowners avoid such meetings, managers fear such…

1 year ago

Amenities in HOA Communities: How to Maximize Their Value

When it comes to HOA communities, amenities are key to ensuring residents’ satisfaction and loyalty. In today’s crowded market, providing…

1 year ago

What’s Trending in Multifamily Amenities

The appeal of multifamily living is not just in the hands-off maintenance and shared general expenses that come with living…

1 year ago

Why Hiring an Unlicensed Contractor is Not an Option (CA)

Everywhere we look, costs are rising all around us. Labor costs, insurance costs, material costs. And for associations, business keeps…

1 year ago

How You Can Safeguard Your Community Association’s Finances Against Fraud

Payment fraud is nothing new. Even in the Stone Age, someone likely tried to pass off a cheap stone ax…

1 year ago

What to Do If You’re Having Issues With an HOA (NY)

If you’re having issues with a homeowners’ association (HOA), carefully consider your options because litigation is a time-consuming, costly decision. …

1 year ago

Tips For Starting A Community Garden

Industry-wide, green standards—like responsible use of renewable resources, a focus on indoor and outdoor air quality, and sustainable living practices—are…

1 year ago

Are Your Pets Good Neighbors?

You try your best to be a good neighbor: you put your trash bins out on the right days; you…

1 year ago