HOA News, Advice, and Tips
Many 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 ReadingOften community associations have a rule that no one follows. They may even have a regulation concerning the use of an asset that completely conflicts with its very purpose. When a rule or a regulation that doesn’t make sense, change or eliminate the rule, don’t just ignore it. Ignoring the rule compromises all Rules and Regulations, even […]
Continue ReadingThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that in the year 2011 about 9,600 people were treated in hospital emergency rooms for injuries associated with fireworks. More than half of the injuries were burns, and most of the injuries involved the hands, eyes, and head. About 26% of the victims were under 15 years of […]
Continue ReadingThe following homeowner association tips will help first-time buyers take advantage of all the benefits the HOA has to offer: Tip #1 – To ensure they make an informed decision, homeowners need to educate themselves
Continue ReadingWhat happens when your neighbor blasts his music too loud? Complains about your trees covering his yard? Fills his garage with fireworks for Fourth of July – and shoots them off every night for a month beforehand until midnight? Gets angry with you and dumps garbage on your lawn? What should the Association’s Board or […]
Continue ReadingHomeowner associations (HOAs) provide a wide range of community services that are managed by a Board of Directors. The Board is made up of volunteer homeowners who are elected by the HOA. Serving on the Board requires a huge personal commitment. Because of the dedication, time and energy needed, it’s important more homeowners share in […]
Continue ReadingWith today’s era of computer technology and “Going Green” many boards question if the benefits of sending out a Welcome Packet outweigh the cost. There are several reasons that negate sending out welcome packets: Cost to the association for copies, envelopes, labels and postage Possibility of outdated information going out Too time consuming to do […]
Continue ReadingDogs left alone all day can get bored and restless, and many find relief in barking. Some respond noisily to any and all activity. And, as we all know, nothing is as annoying as incessant barking—even for dog lovers. For dogs that are yappers or yowlers, here are some bark-abatement ideas to help keep the […]
Continue ReadingThe expenses your association incurs play a vital role in the financial backbone for your community association. They affect your Net Income, Future and current Budgeting, financial standing and are planned to be spent on the betterment for all of the residents within your association. Understanding what your expenses are and the significance of having […]
Continue ReadingLike it or not, our mobile lifestyles are here to stay. And for every hour of Angry Birds Star Wars that gets you through that flight delay at the airport, there is an app that can actually make the life of a homeowner easier and more organized. There are apps that can help you move […]
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