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Condo Rental Insurance and What it Covers
Navigating rentals in a condo association is already hard enough; adding insurance can be maddening. Yet, condo rental insurance is a significant asset every condo rental owner should get.
Does Your Association Need HOA Worker's Comp Insurance?
Workers' compensation insurance, or workers' comp for short, provides wage replacement and medical benefits to employees who injure themselves while on the job. In exchange, employees waive their right to sue their employer for the tort of negligence.
Building Trust with Condo Association Goodwill
Condo association goodwill is an intangible but crucial part of keeping a managed community together. HOA goodwill is not simple to measure, yet it's something that you can instantly see as soon as you spend time in a community. Let's look at a few different things you can try to spread goodwill in community associations.
The Way to Address an HOA Mold Problem
An HOA mold problem is often a point of contention since there is usually a debate on which party is liable for it. Does it fall under the association's responsibility, or should the homeowner answer to the charges? Read on to learn more!
What Should HOAs do about Unenforceable HOA Rules?
HOA rules are rules that members of an HOA community must follow. These rules exist to regulate members' behavior within the association. But, how do you distinguish the unenforceable HOA rules from the enforceable ones? Read on to learn more!
FLORIDA HB403: How the Bill Affects HOAS
While operating a home-based business in Florida isn't a problem, the bill introduces a few key issues. Homeowners associations, in particular, are worried that the legislation might alter the character of the communities. Read on to learn more.
Can HOA Board Members be Sued by Homeowners?
HOA board members are always concerned about getting sued. The good news is that this does not happen as much as we think. A lawsuit is a severe matter; it can drain one's time, energy, finances, resources, and emotions.
How to Create an HOA Board Resolution Plan
Within the context of a homeowners association, a resolution is a formal statement created by the board relating to the policies and decisions of the board. It contains information on the purpose of the solution, what action follows, and the board's authority to make that decision. Resolutions validate and support the board's operations.
Homeowner Insurance & HOA Insurance: What's the Difference?
While both homeowners insurance and HOA insurance offer protection, they are not the same. The critical difference between these two types of insurance is what they cover. Homeowner insurance typically applies to the property and personal belongings of the homeowner, whereas HOA insurance applies to the property and liability of the homeowners association.
What HOAs Should Do About Lifeguard Shortages
It's that time of year again when many community associations have opened or are planning to open their pools for the summer season. But while residents have been looking forward to sunny days spent by the poolside, nationwide lifeguard shortages may challenge communities' pool operations.
Who's Responsible for Inside Maintenance in your HOA?
How can Board Members effectively make sure everyone in the community is doing their part on the upkeep of the inside of their homes? We are here to answer your questions about inside maintenance responsibilities.
The Responsibilities of an HOA Community Manager
A community association manager's role is many. Association managers implement the policies set by the board of directors. They also oversee operations, services, and programs as laid out in the contract with the association. In addition, they provide information and advice to assist board members in their decision-making.
How to Avoid Pool Slips in Your HOA
The weather is starting to heat up, and visitors from all over the world are vacationing in sunny Florida. That means more people will be using the pool now and in the summer months. Learn how to avoid pool slips in your HOA with the following advice.
Can a Florida HOA Evict a Tenant?
When new owners purchase condominiums and other residences governed by homeowners' associations (HOAs), they agree to the terms of your HOA's bylaws. However, a tenant who rents a home in these communities—with the owner acting as the landlord—may not be subject to HOA rules.
How To Properly Handle HOA Violation Notices
The first step in a homeowners' association exercising its authority to enforce its rules involves proper notification to the homeowner. Read on to learn more!
10 Tips for Preparing Budgets for HOAs and Condos
Budgeting is vital to the success of your homeowners' association (HOA) and can prevent your community from facing financial troubles. Here are some tips to ensure that your community association is proactive, prepared, and adequately plans for the future.
HOA New Year's Resolutions to Make Better Communities
2021 is coming to a close, and a new year means it's time to make resolutions. For homeowners associations, it means doing things better in the new year. Here are some of the best HOA New Year's resolutions that boards can make to improve their community!
Holiday Q&A: Some Things Board Members Should Know for the Holidays
As the holidays approach, you may be wondering what are some important things to know concerning government documents or legal issues when it comes to board member rights and responsibilities. Check out this article where three common questions are answered about your HOA and board members.
Conflicts Between Board Members And Homeowners Part II
The remedies available to homeowners for handling a problematic board member depend, in part, on the applicable state's laws and the HOA's governing documents.
Conflicts Between Board Members And Homeowners Part I
Homeowners associations rely on people to make decisions and perform organizational functions. For constitutional matters, a vote comes from all HOA members. For day-to-day affairs, an association acts through its board of directors and officers.