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Managing package deliveries has become a necessity for condo corporations 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.

Communicate the details of the association's snow removal contract so residents know what to expect.

Part of your job as a board member is ensuring the safety of residents in your community association. To that end, it’s important to educate homeowners about possible fire risks and the steps they can take to prevent fire hazards in their homes. Chances are that fire safety isn’t top of mind for residents. However, home fires are more common than most people realize.

Are you interested in becoming a Community Association Manager? It requires a passion for helping others, empathy, and dedication to providing quality customer service, among other things. Read our article to learn if it's the right fit for you.

Cold weather is upon us, so now is the time for your HOA to make sure your maintenance program is on track. Read this article to learn more.

As a property manager, you always have to make sure your preventive maintenance program is on track. Read this article to learn more.

If you are serving on the board of directors of a community association, you know firsthand how cumbersome storing resident data can be, especially if your community is self-managed. One way to secure resident data while optimizing communication methods and tasks is to look into an HOA management software.

Are you interested in becoming a Community Association Manager? It requires a passion for helping others, empathy, and dedication to providing quality customer service, among other things. Read our article to learn if it's the right fit for you.

Are you interested in becoming a Community Association Manager? It requires a passion for helping others, empathy, and dedication to providing quality customer service, among other things. Read our article to learn if it's the right fit for you.

Are you interested in becoming a Community Association Manager? It requires a passion for helping others, empathy, and dedication to providing quality customer service, among other things. Read our article to learn if it's the right fit for you.

As more people move into homeowner associations, there is growing interest in the number and variety of community amenity offerings, especially in luxury communities, where white glove services and lifestyle programming are at the heart of their residents’ lifestyles.

Not too long ago, one of the main ways residents in homeowner associations (HOAs) could pay their association fees was with a check, money order, or cash. Fast forward a decade or two later, and paying with a check is inconvenient for many residents who no longer use checkbooks or carry cash—leaving many homeowners wondering how to make an HOA payment online. Luckily, we know how.

A master association is an entity that governs a community comprised of multiple sub-associations, such as condominiums, townhomes, or gated communities.

When living in a community, whether a suburban neighborhood, a vacation destination, or a retirement haven, you'll likely encounter terms like HOA and POA. These acronyms, standing for Homeowners Association (HOA) and Property Owners Association (POA), play vital roles in shaping the quality of life and property values in residential areas.

Within community association management, our goal is to establish industry standards by promoting a culture of service, dedication, and integrity within our organization. At FirstService Residential, our associates embrace our company's values and standards, contributing to our continuous success.

From enforcing rules on property appearance to managing communal amenities, HOAs wield considerable influence over homeowners' lives. But why do homeowner associations exist, and what is the purpose of an HOA?