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HOA Insurance Review
Insurance Basics for Minnesota Homeowners Associations
Jul 06, 2021
HOA Insurance isn't a luxury; it's a necessity, and not just because it protects your home against damage or theft. Does your board know how to get the best coverage for your community?
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Minnesota Homeowner's Association
How To Create Good Rules for Your Homeowners Association
Jul 01, 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.
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Aerial view of HOA board members sitting around a clutted table having a discussion
Five Steps to Better HOA Board Meetings
Jun 29, 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?
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Asphalt & Concrete Maintenance with Truseal America
Asphalt & Concrete Maintenance with Truseal America
Jun 16, 2021
There are many important benefits to sealcoating your asphalt driveway or parking lot; protection from the elements, improved appearance, faster snowmelt and protection from caustic chemicals.
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Making the Right Vendor Decisions
Making the Right Vendor Decisions
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!
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Downtown Minneapolis Skyline in Spring
Getting Your Building’s Spring Cleaning Started
Mar 19, 2021
The spring season is a time for renewal and a fresh look, so being able to properly landscape around the building is of utmost importance.
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6 hands outstretched toward each other backlit, in front of the bright sun
Board Basics: Top Tips for Board Members
Mar 16, 2021
Being a board member of your community association is an important role that should not be taken lightly. Here are nine ways to be an effective board member.
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5 HOA board members dressed casually, sitting around a cluttered table, smiling and conversing
Board Basics: The Essential Five People on Your Association Board
Mar 16, 2021
It takes a lot to build a great community. You need committed residents, a dedicated board of directors and a clear understanding of everybody’s roles and responsibilities.
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9 Ways to Foster Enhanced Communications on Your Community Board
Mar 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.
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Photo of a screen of people on a virtual meeting
Connecting with Your Community: Communication Best Practices
Feb 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.