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Understanding how to become an HOA board member and requirements for HOA board members
Requirements for HOA board members: Becoming a board member
Aug 23, 2023
Homeowners' associations (HOAs) play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of life within a community. One of the pivotal positions within an HOA is that of a board member. Serving on an HOA board comes with responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities to make a positive impact in the community.
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The truth behind HOA rental restrictions
The truth behind HOA rental restrictions
Aug 08, 2023
Owning a home within a homeowner's association (HOA) comes with the advantage of having a supportive association that takes care of maintaining common areas and promoting a sense of order within the community.
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Eight luxury amenities redefining high-rise condos
High Expectations: 7 luxury amenities redefining high-rise condos
Jul 31, 2023
When it comes to residential living in luxury communities, homeowners are looking for properties to push the envelope regarding innovation, luxury, and convenience. This is evident in metropolitan high-rise properties catering to an affluent demographic through unique amenities and elevated service offerings.
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property management certifications
5 property management certifications you should know
Jul 28, 2023
When a property manager presents you with their business card, you might have observed a series of acronyms following their name. These abbreviations, such as CAM, PCAM, CMCA, and others, represent property manager certifications obtained, indicating their level of education and expertise in the field.
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Avoid these 7 common board member mistakes
Avoid these 7 common board member mistakes
Jul 14, 2023
Learning from other board members’ experiences is a great way to avoid making some of the more common mistakes. Here, we discuss four of the common mistakes that board members make and offer recommendations for handling the issues differently.
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Five FAQS about a master association
Five FAQS about a master association
Jun 20, 2023
A master homeowners association is an entity that governs a community comprised of multiple sub-associations, such as condominiums, townhomes, or gated communities.
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How do you pay HOA fees
How to pay HOA fees: FAQs for making HOA online payments
May 10, 2023
Not too long ago, one of the main ways residents in homeowner associations (HOAs) could pay their association fees was with a check, money order, or cash. Fast forward a decade or two later, and paying with a check is inconvenient for many residents who no longer use checkbooks or carry cash—leaving many homeowners wondering how to make an HOA payment online. Luckily, we know how.
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What does an HOA president do?
What is a board president?
May 03, 2023
Serving as a homeowner association (HOA) board president is an honor, a privilege, and an experience that many across North America take great satisfaction in. But before you make the leap from resident to board member, it’s essential to understand exactly the duties of an HOA president.
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community amenities
Top 7 community amenities residents look for
May 02, 2023
As more people move into homeowner associations, there is growing interest in the number and variety of community amenity offerings, especially in luxury communities, where white glove services and lifestyle programming are at the heart of their residents’ lifestyles.
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Capital improvements vs repairs and maintenance
Capital improvements vs repairs and maintenance: What’s the difference?
May 01, 2023
Maintaining your buildings’ assets is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. The common areas require a broad range of routine maintenance and repairs to keep them looking good and operating smoothly.
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condo ev charging
Condo EV charging: Everything you need to know
May 01, 2023
If your high-rise condo is ready to start looking into electric vehicle charging stations, these steps can provide a holistic overview of the process and what you can expect.
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What does a property manager do
What does a property manager do?
Apr 28, 2023
When you think of a residential community, your mind may often turn to association fees, rules, and groundskeeping. Very rarely do you realize that a professional property management company usually manages these communities, with a property manager or community association manager (CAM) overseeing the day-to-day management of the community.