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February 12, 2021
Effective communication fosters better relationships among board members, your residents and property management company, and keeps all parties well informed. Here are the 4 components of a successful communication plan that create effective outreach to all members of your community.
Connecting with Your Community: Communication Best Practices
October 08, 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
October 04, 2021
Getting the Most out of Your Building: Preventive and Predictive Maintenance
August 06, 2021
Comprehensive training gives your property manager the tools they need to support your board and resident needs, while creating operational successes.
Effective Training: The Development of a Successful Property Manager
June 25, 2021
When your community needs to bring a new manager on board, expert guidance from your property management company will make the process smooth.
How Great Property Management Companies Conquer Staff Transitions
May 21, 2021
When your property begins the process of hiring a vendor, you want to ensure that you're making the best choice possible for your community's benefit. A good vendor will execute your vision on time and budget, whereas a not-so-good one can be the source of lousy quality, unexpected delays, inconvenience, and a whole lot of headaches!
Making the Right Vendor Decisions
March 19, 2021
As community managers begin inspection, they note the necessary repairs for winter damage as they make their rounds through the community.
Asphalt Repairs: Fixing Winter’s Damage
March 12, 2021
As any board member knows, it can be stressful to work on your annual HOA budget. However, it also provides the opportunity to ensure your community's financial health. Follow these nine template tips to create an HOA budget that keeps your community on track.
Following a Homeowners Association Budget Template
March 04, 2021
Your role as a board member involves a lot of communications. Whether it’s speaking with a board member or drafting up and email, you may be looking to learn or refine some communications skills.
9 Ways to Foster Enhanced Communications on Your Community Board
January 11, 2021
Asessing a new management company takes a few steps. Do it right with our list of best practices for hiring a property management firm.
How to Hire the Best Property Management Company
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