HOA News, Advice, and Tips
This summer may be one of our warmest ones yet. Blasting the air conditioning, opening all your windows, and plugging in fans at full blast may provide some temporary comfort but may end up hurting your wallet with high energy bills while at the same time being harmful to the environment. Here are few tips […]
Continue ReadingSaving money for a new front door or roof? Whether you are saving up for something in particular or just trying to create good financial habits we have 5 interesting tips for around the house that will help you save money. Remember that every penny counts! 1. Keep your Fresh Flowers Longer: Add a capful of Vodka […]
Continue ReadingMany homeowners are looking for ways to improve the value of their properties. In this article, you’ll learn about the top 10 home improvement or renovation projects that offer a solid return on investment, listed from least to most costly. So, whether you’re just wanting to “spruce the place up a bit” or are looking […]
Continue ReadingSearching for Vendors Living in a homeowners association is beneficial for neighborhoods and families that enjoy perception and structure. When it comes time to cut your grass or paint the exterior of your home, wouldn’t it be easier if your HOA had a recommendation of vendors to help you decide on the best company to […]
Continue ReadingThe thawing of a lake or pond is called ice-out. It is often slow and gradual with a widening band of water showing at the shoreline, but sometimes it is rapid with ice piled on the shore in the wake of a strong spring storm. In the Chicago area ice-out may happen multiple times, with […]
Continue ReadingMany people believe that a colorful and vibrant garden needs lots of water. In reality, the same can be achieved through the application of Xeriscape practices, which can result in water savings of 35 percent to 70 percent. Xeriscape landscaping is based on seven principles and defined as “water conservation through creative and appropriate landscaping.” […]
Continue ReadingWe get questions from time to time from associations inquiring about homeowners who have installed improvements around their home, sometimes with association approval, but oftentimes, without. Upon further examination, the association discovers that the improvements appear to encroach on the association’s property – open space, parks, etc. The inevitable question from the association is “what […]
Continue ReadingIn the middle of February the lakes are quiet in northeast Illinois; coated with ice and snow. I just got off the phone with a client in central Illinois and he is not so lucky. Half of his lake is open water and the geese have congregated on his lake, creating lots of noise and […]
Continue ReadingIrrigation backflow is when water that typically flows in one direction is reversed and enters the clean water supply. When backflow prevention devices are installed it ensures the cleanliness of water you use on a daily basis. What are they? Irrigation backflow prevention devices are brass valves. These are installed on sprinkler systems that are […]
Continue ReadingThe first inkling you have that something is going on within your community is the orange spray paint. You ask the worker why there is spray paint throughout the community, and he tells you that the underground utilities are being marked in advance of digging that will take place. The digging will be done by […]
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