Are there extra fees associated with selling my home in the HOA? As you probably know, every Homeowner Association is different and each has their own governing documents detailing what fees are collected at the closing of a home sale and who is responsible for paying them. That having been said, there are several fees […]
Millennials are often labeled as the entitled and lazy generation of young people. However, the oldest of this generation was born in 1981, meaning that they are now entering their 40s. And the youngest generation is now in their late 20s. Millennials have taken a bit longer to hit certain milestones such as starting families […]
The Discovery Channel’s popular “MythBusters” television show became a hit for a reason, and it’s not just for the hosts’ fun-loving personalities and wacky antics. After watching the show, viewers can finally understand – and explain to their friends – why commonly believed pop culture lore is (or isn’t) true. Homeowner’s associations are no different […]
Running any organization comes with a certain amount of stress, but this is especially true when your organization is a Homeowner’s Association. These organizations receive quite a lot of flak for their commitment to maintaining property standards and ensuring neighborhoods are kept up to par, but there’s no doubt that an enormous amount of work […]
Serving on the board of your homeowners association is going to feel like a totally new and unique experience. Despite previous experience serving on any board, non-profit or for-profit, get ready for a new ride! An HOA (homeowners association or community association) is complex, diverse, and multi-faceted. It’s consistently changing as new state laws, new […]
Identifying, Scouting and Retaining HOA Board Members Having a strong Board for your Homeowners Association is essential. Developing that HOA Board, and the individual Board members, can feel like an insurmountable task at times, especially during times of hardship or conflict. Creating a culture within your Board that includes appreciation, expectations, and imagining what can […]
Communication is key to strong teams, and learning how to communicate effectively with your team members will be an asset to your HOA community. HOA Board leaders that invest time in relationship building and understanding the different types of people and personalities on your team are likely to benefit the Board and your community. The […]
NOTICE: This article is important to the health of your HOA! As Board Members you have more than likely heard the term fiduciary duty more than you care to remember. However, fiduciary duty is of the utmost importance, especially as a Board Member. As a fiduciary your obligation to the association is to act in […]
At the start of the year, many HOA Board members feel pressure to get organized. Brand new HOA Board members are trying to acclimate and learn their roles, in addition the veteran members are tying up loose ends from the year prior. Getting organized is an overwhelming task, but the pay-off is vital to the health […]
Spring is just around the corner. How’s your landscaping? Now is the best time to look at the “spring cleaning” matters in landscaping. As a homeowner in an HOA, look around your property’s landscaping, then ask yourself…… Do your plants just need trimming maintenance? Arizona Municipal Water Association gives these easy tips for […]
