A guide to unenforceable HOA rules in Missouri

As Kansas Citians anticipate spending the winter months knee-deep in snow, it's likely that some residents in your HOA are anticipating spending their winter in a warmer climate.

Being ready for the winter season takes more than just turning up the heat. Are you prepared? Make sure that you've done everything you should by reading the preparation tips in this article.

Community association policies should be fair and easy for community members to follow. But how do you ensure that's the case? Ahead of introducing a new policy ask these five questions.

Effective HOA board meetings are an important part of running a successful HOA. There are a number of intricacies to running these meetings and whether you're a new or seasoned board member it's important to keep them in mind along with best practices.

Most of us send dozens of emails a day between professional and personal communication. Despite how long emails have acted as a primary form of communication, many people don't always follow best practices and make critical mistakes when sending emails.

Cold weather will soon be upon us, so now is the time for your homeowners association (HOA) to make sure your maintenance program is on track. As brutal as Missouri winters can be, you certainly don’t want to discover a leak in your roof during a heavy snowfall or have a boiler stop working during a record cold spell. 

Being on the board of your community association is not an easy job. No matter what your level of experience, mistakes can happen. Learn the seven common mistakes board members make and what you can do to avoid them.

Board members of condos, townhomes, and HOAs want a property management partner to meet their community's needs. But what does that really mean? 

Your HOA board has five essential roles that need to be filled for your community to succeed. This dedicated board should consist of people who understand their roles and responsibilities.

From creation to enforcement, the key to effective and reasonable rules is communication every step of the way. When owners and residents understand why the association has certain rules and what the benefit of them are, it leads to happier residents. Not to mention a stronger community.