What if your HOA has rules about garage sales? This article details what you need to know before you begin. 

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

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. 

The following article provides assistance with different circumstances related to early lease termination, however, a lawyer should always be advised for legal matters.

It’s best to address issues with a Board Member before they can do too much damage. Here are the warning signs that a problem with an HOA board member exists.  

It's critical for Board members to understand the nature of this fee and to convey its importance to owners and potential owners alike adequately.

Having a clear agenda and sticking to it can ensure that any meeting feels relatively on-point. That's particularly true for condo Board meetings.

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

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.

An HOA can choose not to place any restrictions on smoking, or it can ban smoking altogether. Adopting protocols that align with state laws and declarations is essential, whatever the outcome. 

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

Association board members have the challenging task of governing and managing the matters of their communities. They are responsible for making necessary decisions that impact the lives of the association members. In carrying out these responsibilities, board members must exercise their business judgment.

Having trained managers is vital for safety. The manager is the right person to notify if someone violates association rules. 

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.

St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner, and homeowners associations are gearing up for another festive occasion. If your association wants to commemorate the day with fun events, here are the best ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in HOA communities.

The problem of stray animals in HOA communities is a common one. But, there are some measures HOA boards can take to prevent strays from loitering and discourage residents from feeding them.