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Board Effectiveness Quiz

A board’s success depends on its members working together to improve the community. Is your board aligned? Our quiz measures effectiveness and gives feedback on developing a high-performing board.

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Board Member Education

Search our archives to read articles about the topics that matter most to you: budgeting, communication, insurance, preventive maintenance, building community and more!

July 26, 2021

A property manager’s role is a unique one; it requires answering the needs of residents, while supporting the association’s board and working to ensure your community’s operational success.

Effective Training: The Development of a Successful Property Manager

May 21, 2021

For board members, special assessments are typically unwelcome necessities. They are primarily needed because reserves have been underfunded and must be supplemented to pay for large capital projects such as replacing roofs or mechanical equipment.

Association Special Assessments: How to Avoid Them

April 26, 2021

As a board member, one of your top responsibilities is to maintain and improve your community’s physical property. But it can be tricky to budget for new amenities like a dog park or gate houses, or shared, common-area assets that will need to be replaced or upgraded years down the line such as roofing or building facades.

Association Reserve Funding Strategies: Ensuring Your Budget's Success

March 08, 2021

Since you’ve generously offered your valuable time to serve on your HOA board, you no doubt have your community’s best interests in mind and want to put forth your best effort.

9 Ways to Improve Board Communication from Within