It's a case of "the more, the merrier" when a new family moves into your HOA! You want your new residents to feel comfortable in their new home, and one means to that end is to reach out to them. What would television's Mr. Rogers, the king of... (Read More)

A good reputation is important to an HOA for many reasons. Having a good reputation results in satisfied community members. It can even encourage more people to join when they hear the great things about your community. So, what can you do to build... (Read More)

Protecting our homes and loved ones is a major concern for most families in neighborhoods. The basics like deadbolts, alarm systems and proper lighting can go a long way in deterring criminals from even attempting to burglarize a home. But it’s... (Read More)

Are you aware of biases on your HOA board? Some issues can arise on an HOA board or within a community when members develop biases regarding residents. This bias can go either way. You may find an HOA member form a positive bias about someone... (Read More)

Everyone has their own personal tastes and interests, including things they want to accomplish. Most members of the HOA board have close friends within the community. However, you have to set your own personal agenda aside. The board must work like... (Read More)

When you're on an HOA board, you'll have decisions to make. And your decisions won't just affect you. They'll impact everyone in the community. That's why every decision needs to be handled with care. When it comes to deciding what changes are... (Read More)

One of the biggest issues you may find in an HOA board is a lack of communication. This issue isn't specific to HOA boards, as poor communication can be an issue for many organizations and businesses. That's because effective communication is... (Read More)

House fires happen and can be devastating to families and communities. They can happen anywhere at any time. While unpleasant to consider, it’s prudent that your HOA board has a plan in place to ensure community-wide fire safety. What measures can... (Read More)

Every HOA board member has the right to express themselves, but too often strong personalities can dominate the conversation and disrupt the flow of information. You can put the kibosh on personality differences before they become major sources of... (Read More)

We know that communication can often be one of the top challenges for HOA boards. Thankfully, there are a number of ways to improve communication in an HOA, not just between the board members but also the whole community. There are various things... (Read More)