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A strong committee structure can play a significant role in the success or failure of a community association. Information, ideas, opinions and reports contributed by committee members can be a major factor in the quality of decisions made by the Board of Directors and the subsequent direction the community association takes. It is through committee […]
Continue ReadingIf there are two areas that cause the most trouble for community association boards, it’s arguably parking and pets. When speaking about the latter there are great passions on both sides, as the issue of pets is a serious, if not downright contentious, matter for many community associations. Just because there are guidelines spelled out […]
Continue ReadingCongratulations, on your election to the city council! No, wait – it’s your association’s board of directors, isn’t it? Not such a stretch of the imagination to make the comparison. While the board’s structure is “technically” more corporate, the city council analogy is probably more realistic. Anyone who has ever been to a council meeting […]
Continue ReadingThe past decades have seen an explosion of community associations in the United States. It’s estimated that more than 50 million Americans now live in homes that are part of a community association, and that four out of every five new housing starts will be part of a community association. It’s no wonder that many […]
Continue ReadingThe vast majority of cases before any court are argued and settled by using precedent. In other words, if some judge already made a ruling which supports a case then there is precedent to rule the same way. In some regard, this use of precedent also works with state laws. Case in point: Colorado House […]
Continue ReadingServe in the role of HOA president is not an easy job. It is one that requires exemplary leadership skills in chairing meetings. Many HOA is registered as nonprofit corporations and, in turn, the president can be considered as the CEO of the company (which serves, of course, on a voluntary unpaid leave). Perhaps most […]
Continue ReadingWhen confronted with situations regarding accessibility amenities for handicap residents, a community association has two options: legal compliance versus doing the right thing. Often it’s a matter of waving certain rules in order to adjust to the needs of residents who find themselves in need of certain kinds of additional accessibility. In other words, sooner or […]
Continue ReadingA civilized society can only function properly when the inhabitants live by a set of rules set forth by that society. If you become a homeowner or resident that is part of a community association then you will be governed by a specific set of rules spelled out in the Covenants Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs). […]
Continue ReadingHow to Communicate the “News” in the Best Possible Manner If you have been in the association management business for any length of time, then you most likely have been faced with the need for a special assessment (SPA). The mere words can send chills down the spine of a manager and board of directors, […]
Continue ReadingA Quick Reminder Why Are They Important An association uses funds collected from assessments to manage the assets of the community effectively and efficiently. Homeowners are legally bound to pay for their portion of the common areas in order to reside in their community. Contracts are in place between the association and vendors to maintain […]
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