Clear community guidelines about political aesthetics and discussions can maintain civility and fosters an environment of respect. Here are some ideas to consider as you strive to help your community navigate this potentially contentious season.

HOAs must familiarize themselves with the most common homeowners association lawsuits to better prepare for any possibilities.

An effective facility manager ensures that buildings are secure, welcoming, comfortable, environmentally friendly, and efficient, making them an invaluable asset to your team.

By establishing a clear plan for disaster management ahead of time, you can help mitigate the effects of an emergency on your community and ensure that the situation is dealt with smoothly and efficiently.

Encouraging residents to be vocal about their thoughts can help make your HOA community a better place. This blog post answers what your HOA board can do to get more input from homeowners. 

o help make the most of your neighborhood Christmas light tour, we’ve compiled a guide with tips for being a considerate and courteous neighbor during the festive season.

Reviewing your community's security measures and response policies is a good idea to be better prepared to prevent and respond to vandalism.

House Bill (HB) 437 — creates the new Florida Statute 720.3045 prohibiting homeowners' associations from regulating particular backyard storage.

It’s an all-too-familiar scenario: A long-awaited package finally arrives, only to be taken from your front porch before you get home. Luckily, you can do a few things to minimize the chances of getting a package stolen off your porch.

As an HOA board member, you must uphold and follow the association’s governing documents.  Below are some frequently asked questions

Some HOA documents take precedence over others. If you don’t know which one supersedes the others, continue reading!

The key to successful HOA management is knowing how to deal with conflict when it arises.

The function of the CC&Rs or the property management company's role in implementing them can be confusing. Therefore, it’s always best to work with your management company to develop guidelines that work best for your community.

New board members and homeowners must establish what the governing documents are, how often they're updated, and the steps it takes to correct them.

Community association management agreements are a common way for homeowner's associations (HOAs) and condominium associations to ensure that their communities are well-maintained and properly managed. One common approach to pricing these agreements is to offer a pay-as-you-go model rather than charging one full price for everything.

Every association requires contracts, meaning every board must determine if the contract is good or bad.

We all have a vision for our community. Whether it's the neighborhood we reside in, the one we manage, or the one that we provide services to, there is a goal in mind. Having an idea for your community is just the start. Seeing it come to fruition requires collaboration, time, and strategic planning.

On the surface, unit owners within an HOA are likely pleased with the increase in the value of their homes. However, a high level of inflation is likely to have a less desirable effect on the long-term financial health of the HOA.

Foreclosed homes are nothing new to homeowners associations but can become a real problem when squatters get involved. Read on to learn how to prevent squatters and how to remove them legally.

1099s for HOAs are often overlooked in the mad dash to wrap up the fiscal year, so make sure you have your 1099-MISC tax forms in view as you prep your contractor payments. Ideally, this procedure should be done by the end of the year, before April's tax season.