HOA News, Advice, and Tips
We all know that whenever a vendor is on-site to address an HOA issue, certain homeowners like to take advantage of the opportunity to add their two cents about other things around the community, or even their own property, that the vendor could address “just so long as they’re in the area.” This is a […]
Continue ReadingAs an individual homeowner you have the right to rent out your property. However, if you live in a community governed by a homeowner’s association those rights might be limited. Not everyone in a complex can simply rent out their unit. In fact, most HOAs will have a percentage of units that are allowed for […]
Continue ReadingVolunteering for a community association, whether it be on the Board or just occasionally, can be a very pleasant but time-consuming experience. When we think of volunteering in the traditional sense, sitting on a landscaping committee is not usually the first thing to come to mind. (Think soup kitchens or Boy Scout troop leader) Yet, […]
Continue ReadingThe fall season is in full swing and while we are all surely enjoying the cooler temperatures, leaves changing color and pumpkin spice lattes, in the back of our minds we know the infamous Chicagoland winter is approaching. Community associations should waste no time in beginning preparations for the winter season. For your property to […]
Continue ReadingAs we look ahead to November this election season, HOA Management (.com) has decided to shed some light on a hot topic in the HOA community. Now is the time when political signs start popping up in the yards and windows of many homeowners. If you own a home in a community association institute such as an […]
Continue ReadingA homeowners association can be beneficial to owners of condominiums, houses and other residential properties, but problems often arise when internal disputes are brought to the attention of the association. Effective dispute resolution is an essential pary of any successful HOA. The Need for a Dispute Resolution Plan As noted by law firm Swedelson & Gottlieb, most […]
Continue ReadingThe following is an excerpt from the article “The Ethical Path” by Michael Ramsey, published in the September/October Edition of Common Ground Magazine… “Avoid even the appearance of impropriety,” is a phrase many lawyers like to use when advising their clients on ethical grounds. Amongcommunity association institutes and boards, many scenarios arise that can challenge a […]
Continue ReadingThe still struggling condominium market may get a boost due to actions taken by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). FHA issued new mortgage guidance for FHA insured condominium loans that could significantly affect condo financing and boost the housing recovery. Since the housing crisis began, FHA’s share of condominium mortgages has expanded from less than […]
Continue ReadingIn many areas across the United States, community associations are prominent. However, they cannot be successful without the benefit of volunteers. The members of the board of directors are elected volunteers, committee members are appointed volunteers. It is the efforts of these upstanding citizens volunteering their time and talents that make a community the best […]
Continue ReadingThe leaves are changing, the air is getting cooler and the holidays are just around the corner. Here are some great fall maintenance tips for communities and homeowners in preparation for the winter months. Many of these items fall to the homeowner in single family home communities; however, the association is responsible for many of these fall and winter […]
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