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Our learning center provides free access to white papers, industry news, community and lifestyle articles compiled especially for homeowner and community associations.
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4 Tips to Peacefully Resolving HOA Conflicts
Homeowner associations are made up of people, and let’s face it, nobody is perfect. Even though we would love to live in a peaceful utopia, there can be discontent over a variety o [...]
A New Homeowner’s Guide to an HOA
If you have never lived in a complex or neighborhood with a home owners association (HOA), it can be difficult to understand exactly what your responsibilities are and what rules [...]
Maui: A Look Back at 2019
While not a full list of the all of the happenings and news on the island in 2019, Here are some of the headlines that attracted the most attention. Blazin’ hot. Even though 2019 [...]
Reducing HOA Property Risks
Amenities add value to communities. Having a place to gather, play tennis or other recreation activities can be the centerpiece of the neighborhood on Maui. And since all members [...]
Employers: Are you ready for payroll and related changes in 2020?
There are numerous payroll changes for 2020, mostly on the Federal level. You can toss out the old Form W-4- there’s a new one. 2020 is a leap year, which may throw off payroll cal [...]
Creating a Better Work-Life Balance
If you are seeking a better work-life balance in the coming year, you have probably already heard some standard advice, such as getting more sleep and taking more time off. But wha [...]
Understanding Specs Before Buying a New Computer
Is your association in the market for a new computer? Black Friday is one of the best times of year to shop for a new system. But even my techno eyes glaze over when the sales pe [...]
Confirming a Parking Stall before Buying or Selling
A parking stall is an important asset to a condominium unit. Buyers may evaluate if the space fits their car, how close to the unit the space is, or if there is enough room to ge [...]
Communities, Cultural Diversity and Holidays
Our condominium and housing communities can be a great melting pot of cultural backgrounds and interests. As we head into another holiday season (Hallow-thanks-mas according to w [...]
Is Your HOA Board at a Stalemate?
If your HOA board is plagued with constant bickering, morale problems, or just an overall lack of productivity and follow-through, they are not serving their community well. Ther [...]