HOA dog rules: Examples, enforcement, and tips

In Missouri, HOA rules can be considered unenforceable if they conflict with local, state, or federal laws, violate homeowners’ protected rights, or were not properly established in the community’s governing documents. Learn more!

What maintenance tasks belong to the association, and which ones belong to the homeowners? And how do these obligations differ by community? Learn everything you need to know about HOA maintenance responsibilities.

Vendor management is an important aspect of HOA board business. From selecting the right vendors, to maintaining those important relationships, find out how your board can be effective in vendor management.

Communication is vital to engaging the community and building solid relationships. So, what should your association board do to ensure effective communication?

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.

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.

Creating an efficient budget for your community association can be a challenge. Advanced preparation is critical to making your budget a valuable financial tool for the success of your community. So, what do you need to consider?

The holiday season is upon us, and nothing puts you in a festive like pulling your holiday decorations out of storage. Many people derive a sense of community and comfort from seeing familiar decorations at the same time each year.

 

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.