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common area maintenance
A guide to HOA common area maintenance
Apr 02, 2025
Because common areas serve all residents, proper maintenance is essential. A well-kept common area not only enhances curb appeal but also contributes to a more enjoyable living environment for everyone. Learn more in our guide.
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minnesota squatters rights
Minnesota squatters' rights: A 2025 guide
Apr 02, 2025
In this guide, we’ll break down how Minnesota squatters’ rights work, what steps you can take to protect your property, and how a Minnesota property management company like FirstService Residential can help you safeguard your investment.
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homeowner reviewing their Minnesota resale certificate
What is a Minnesota resale certificate?
Apr 02, 2025
Understanding the role of a Minnesota resale certificate can streamline the process. In this guide, we’ll explore what a Minnesota resale certificate is, how to obtain one, and why it matters for both buyers and sellers.
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how to run a board meeting in your hoa
How to run a board meeting in your HOA
Feb 18, 2025
Community associations operate like a business, which means they must hold regular meetings of their officers (board members) and shareholders (homeowners). So, love ‘em or hate ‘em, board and association meetings are a necessary part of community association governance.
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HOA audit vs review
A guide to HOA audits in Minnesota
Feb 06, 2025
An HOA audit is a detailed examination of an association’s financial records performed by a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). In this article, we’ll answer common questions about how to make HOA audits easier and more efficient.
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Effective vendor management
Effective vendor management for community associations
Oct 16, 2024
Vendor management is an important aspect of community association board business. From selecting the right vendors, to maintaining those important relationships, find out how your board can be effective in vendor management.
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Effective communication for community engagement
Effective communication for community engagement
May 06, 2024
Communication is vital to engaging the community and building solid relationships. So, what should your HOA board do to ensure effective communication?
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The Corporate Transparency Act: 6 things boards members need to know
The Corporate Transparency Act: 6 things board members need to know
Apr 30, 2024
Although there are mixed opinions about whether the CTA applies to condo and HOAs, FirstService Residential is proactively assisting board members serving condo and HOAs in understanding and navigating this act.
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Pet policies for community associations
Setting sensible pet policies for your community association: What you need to know
Mar 13, 2024
Pets are often a welcome addition to a community association, however they can also lead to disagreements. So, how do you ensure all of your human and pet residents live in harmony? Sensible pet policies!
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Association policy enforcement
Five Tips for successful association policy enforcement
Feb 26, 2024
Nobody wants to be responsible for the task of ensuring all the association rules are being followed. Learn how your HOA board can enforce policies in a way that is fair, polite, and doesn't create conflict within the community.