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The Pros and Cons of an Organized HOA Meeting

If you have attended an HOA meeting, you may have noticed that while an organized meeting might be the goal, it isn’t always easy to achieve. You may have even wondered if an organization should be forgotten all together. When homeowners get together, feelings and opinions may be quite strong and maybe more of an…

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Home Security Tips for HOA Residents

Protecting yourself and your property is a concern for all homeowners. However, when you are in an HOA managed residence there are certain factors that make your situation unique in terms of safety. There are not only individual units, but generally, a common area that needs to be included in safety discussions. Here are home…

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How to Resign from Your HOA Board

Committing to a volunteer HOA board position is a large responsibility. For as many good reasons there are to be involved, there are just as many reasons to resign. HOA resignations should be made as tactfully as possible and we have put together a few pointers in order to help you through your transition. Timing…

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Be Heard: Tips for Speaking to Your HOA

For many homeowners it is necessary to be involved in your HOA. If an issue does arise in your neighborhood, here are the steps you can take to effectively address your HOA Board.

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What Type of Insurance Does your Homeowners Association Need?

Homeowners Associations have the responsibility to protect the collective investments of their home owners. Here are different types of insurance that can protect a Homeowners Association.

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Common HOA Documents

New to a Homeowners Organization or simply looking to refresh your memory? Familiarize yourself with these common HOA documents.

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The Offices and Responsibilities of an HOA Board of Directors

You know that there is an active HOA in your neighborhood and as a resident, you feel you should be involved in the association. Not to mention, it would be wise to get to know the board of directors a little bit better. To help you understand who the board is and what they do,…

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The Basic Principals of a Homeowners Association

  Many new homeowners find that the home purchasing process is a challenge. When you combine that with the addition of a Homeowners Association (or HOA) the process can seem downright overwhelming. Though not necessarily a secret, the world of HOA’s is largely unknown to those who aren’t involved in one.  At its simplest, an…

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HOA Board Minutes

The HOA Board Minutes: What are they? What should be included? HOA Board minutes can be invaluable. Oftentimes it is done by a voted-in Secretary, and since Board terms are generally a year (sometimes more) there is a certain amount of turnover in the position of the minute takers. Anyone reviewing the minutes should have…

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How to Handle Conflict if You’re on the HOA Board

Conflicts are not uncommon for any HOA. Since the recession, finance issues with developers, foreclosures and other unfortunate deals have left many HOA’s having a tough time getting their functionality on track. It is understandable that owning a home is a huge investment and when owners of a similar asset come together with different ideas…