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How to Reduce HOA Insurance Costs
Insurance is usually one of the three top expenses for any condominium or homeowners’ association. You don’t want to be left with costly repair bills should a calamity hit your bui [...]
Tips for Minor Home and Rental Updates
Whether you are looking at do-it-yourself projects to freshen up your home or to upgrade your condo to offer it as a vacation rental, updates need not be extensive or expensive. Wi [...]
HOA Guidance on Assistance Animals
There is a distinct difference between a dog that is a pet or companion, and a service dog. The Community Association Institute offers this updated information for accomodating ser [...]
Protect Your Home, Yourself, and Your Property
You may feel some assurance living near neighbors or in a housing development or condominium complex. Your neighbors look out for each other, keeping an eye on one another so you f [...]
Understanding Different Types of Condo Insurance and Claims
Insurance claims have been growing. One common issue that arises is who is responsible- the association or the owner- when damage occurs. Whether the association’s master policy, o [...]
5 Most Common HOA Landscaping and Gardening Policies
There is just something rejuvenating about having well-tended foliage around our living spaces. If you’re a Homeowners Association board member or a property manager for an HOA, yo [...]
Planning and Budgeting for HOA Roof Replacements
Roofing is one of the costliest expenditures for any property. Carefully considering the full scope of the job at the beginning stages will help minimize unforeseen expenses. The i [...]
The Benefits of a Good HOA Maintenance Plan
The exterior of an association property or neighborhood gives people their first impression. Pleasing, well-maintained grounds and common areas are a sign that a property is probab [...]
4 Ways to Avoid HOA Conflicts of Interest
As a fiduciary in a community association, each board member is expected to act in the best interests of all residents, and act responsibly in carrying out their duties. This prote [...]
Construction in an HOA Unit: Think About a Pre-construction Meeting
Ultimately every unit in an HOA development will be remodeled or have construction work at some point. It is a good idea for both the association and the homeowner to a pre-constru [...]