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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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Condominium complexes sued over shoreline access
Maui News, Jan. 20: Three West Maui condominium complexes are being sued individually over shoreline access issues in 2nd Circuit Environmental Court by two environmental groups [...]
What You Need to Know About Emergency Alerts
If you are still reeling from last week's false ballistic missile alert in Hawaii, now is good time to learn more about our emergency alert system. Alerting the community to an e [...]
HB832: Fiduciary Changes for HOA Directors
HB832 became law on July 1, 2017, and condominium associations should be well versed in the ramifications. In summary, the law specifies condominium boards may be in violation of [...]
It’s a New Year- Get Your Computer Organized!
January is designated as Clean up your Computer Month Your computer is a tool to support your busy life. However, if you don’t take care of it once in a while, it could slow down [...]
Holiday Party Liability Considerations for Associations
December, and sometimes January, is filled with holiday parties. It’s a great time for your community to get together, recognize the hard work of staff and volunteers, and social [...]
Rising Interest Rates and the Effect on Real Estate
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate a quarter of a point this week- just the fifth time during the recovery period of our nation’s most recent financial crisis [...]
Financial Audits of Condominium Associations
Considering a financial audit? We'll review financial audits of condominium associations (Chapter 514B). There is no audit requirement for Planned Community Associations (Chapter [...]
Solar Energy Credit Pass-Thru to Unit Owners
Maui County has the highest electrical rates in the nation. Currently, that rate averages $0.38/kwh for homeowner associations. Hawaii as a whole has more photovoltaic (PV) panel [...]
Tax Issues for Owners in Homeowner Type Associations
There are various income and related tax issues faced by unit owners in homeowner type associations. Due to space limitations, it is not meant to be a comprehensive discussion of [...]
Replacement Reservers for Condominium Associations
Replacement reserve law as it applies to condominiums can be complex. We'll navigate through its history, legal requirements, tax issues accounting and calculation. The definitio [...]