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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
April 01, 2022
Amenities continue to rank among one of the most important considerations for prospective buyers in both urban and suburban community settings across the country. The pandemic has caused many to re-evaluate and re-prioritize what type of HOA amenities are most important.
The Importance of Amenities for your Community
February 09, 2022
Serving as an HOA board president can be an honor, privilege, and something you can take great satisfaction in. We've outlined some of the essential roles and responsibilities of a typical HOA board president. Please understand that each association is different, so the information below is to be used to gain a general understanding.
The Eight Key Roles of an HOA Board President
January 28, 2022
New Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Lending Requirements have come quickly but how do those changes impact Minnesota? Get to know the ins and outs of the new requirements and how your association should respond.
New Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Lending Requirements
December 07, 2021
Whether the holiday season is here or just a busy time full of activity, we can become overwhelmed, overtired, and easily distracted, reducing our awareness of potential hazards from theft, injury, or accidents. What can you do to reduce risk over the busy holiday season?
Community Risk Mitigation Management During the Holidays
November 17, 2021
Managing package deliveries has become a necessity for condo associations and as the holidays arrive it's more important than ever to be organized for the onslaught deliveries. Check out our tips for managing packages during this busy time of year.
Managing Package Deliveries During the Holiday Season
October 27, 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
October 06, 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
August 21, 2021
One of the most challenging aspects of being on the board of your homeowners association (HOA) can be running board meetings. It’s not always easy to keep everyone tuned into the business at hand. In addition, you have to manage the inevitable disagreements among board members. How do you keep these meetings running smoothly?

 
Five Steps to Better HOA Board Meetings
August 21, 2021
Associations need rules to keep order, but if they’re taken too far or aren’t consistently and fairly enforced, things can get nasty. By establishing a solid set of rules, your board and property manager will have an easier time enforcing them; make them clear and communicate them regularly with residents and the job of enforcement should be even easier.
How To Create Good Rules for Your Homeowners Association
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