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In the wake of recent news reports about the safety of neighborhood watch programs, many association-governed communities are reviewing their policies for neighborhood watches. In many communities, the reviews are taking place to help prevent what no community wants to happen during a neighborhood watch: injury to a stranger whose presence is mistaken for a […]

As the community management industry matures, landscaping in older community associations may show signs of aging. This is the time of year that many boards across the country are considering different ways to update and enhance their landscaping. It’s a good financial investment that can enhance the curb appeal, add direct value to individual residences, […]

In 1994, the Georgia Legislature adopted the Property Owners’ Association Act (“POA”). The POA provides significant advantages to homeowners associations. Here are some of the most important advantages of the POA: 1.   Automatic Statutory Liens After submitting to the POA, an association no longer needs to file liens at the county courthouse for unpaid assessments […]

Many communities are unsure if they need a management company to oversee their association. Here are a few tips to help determine when associations should hire an HOA management company: Some smaller communities can easily manage themselves. Most of the residents in the community will volunteer to keep the neighborhood looking pleasant and plan social […]

When living in a condo or HOA, assessments are a fact of life. The fees that homeowners pay to their association are determined by a number of variables. The maintenance and management expenses that are necessary, as well as the number of homeowners in the association, all all factors. Every homeowner can do their part […]

Whether managed by a community management firm or self managed, every homeowner and condo association along a coast should be prepared for another busy hurricane season.  To get your detailed hurricane plan in place and ready, discuss these planning tips with your association manager. Communication:  Who is going to communicate to the owners and how.  […]

With summer here in full blast, homeowners need to be mindful of their energy usage in an effort to save some extra cash. Below are a few tips to help conserve energy consumption as the days get hotter: Even though it may be a beautiful day outside, try to keep your shades closed as much […]

When developing a new community association, it’s essential for developers and builders to work with a community management company that can effectively help to develop its vision and mission statement. Write down your vision and goals; it will help set the direction of your community. After all, when done effectively, proper planning begins before the first shovelful […]