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Millennials are the fastest growing group of home buyers in the US. Learn why you need to get this important demographic involved in your association today.

Want your events to bring residents closer? Everyone loves a well-planned event, and the residents in your community association are no exception. Follow these tips for creating memorable events in your community association.

Neighborhood Watch programs can provide significant benefits to communities – after all, they boost community awareness, communication and involvement, while reducing opportunities for neighborhood crimes to occur. But if you’re interested in getting started, there are many important factors to consider. Here’s an overview.

Chances are, you joined the board at your HOA or condo because you’re extremely passionate about the community and want to improve the experience of the other residents within it. Part of adding value to residents in your community is offering classes and programs for them to participate in to get to know their neighbors and offer opportunities for them to stay happy and healthy. Read on to find some suggestions for great virtual programs for communities like yours.

How well your board communicates has a tremendous impact on your community association. Every board can benefit from these 5 principles.

You've been elected as the President of the Board for your community association. You're signing up for a very important job! Here are some necessary skills!

Volunteering on the board of a community association is not for the faint of heart and can be a full-time job! Communities come in different shapes and sizes, but serving on a board of directors is similar across the board.

Social media can be a phenomenal marketing and communications tool for your community association! But you need a strategy!

Every community can expect to experience negligent or careless guests who will either cause a ruckus, or worse, damage association property. When that happens, deciding who should be held responsible for their actions can create a delicate – and potentially volatile – situation. Oftentimes, Boards may go after the owner, but they shouldn’t forge full-steam ahead without some sort of ammunition.

Clear, effective communication from the board to the residents makes a difference! Poor communication can negatively impact your community's reputation, operating budget and property values.

The strongest hurricane preparedness plan won’t be effective if you haven’t communicated it. Make sure that everyone knows what to do by following these important recommendations.

Does it sometimes sound like your upstairs neighbors are bowling in their living room? Noises from above can be disruptive, but they might not be entirely your neighbor's fault.

Know what questions to ask a prospective property management company in Florida? Check out our list to ensure you have all the right information before making a choice.

Nothing says a healthy community like full homes/units and bustling activity in common areas. Painting a pretty picture of a dynamic community to potential buyers takes minimal effort on the part of the board.

Ah, summertime in Florida. Backyard barbecues. Long days at the beach. And endless mosquito bites.

Open and effective communication among the board, management company and vendors is an important part of any community's operating budget and for improving residents' lifestyles.

One of the perks of high-rise living is the long list of amenities. They could very well be the deciding factor for many home buyers. Today, the most popular amenities include yoga studios and children's playrooms.

High-rises come with their own challenges, and chief among them is fire safety. Here are four Fire Safety Tips from the experts at National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Having a great board of directors to lead the way for a community association is vital to its future well-being. How can future board members be prepared to take the reins?

Communities flourish with dedicated volunteers. Here are ways to encourage homeowners to get involved and create a positive environment as volunteers.

In this article, we’ll break down what you need to know about HOA rules in Florida, including common regulations, enforcement processes, and how residents can get involved.

Does your onsite property management staff know policies and procedures, and their individual roles when a storm is on the horizon?

Master-planned communities are large-scale developments with a variety of amenities that clearly separate them from a standard housing subdivision. The focus is on providing its residents with a certain level of convenience, lifestyle and quality of life.

Association boards strive for a property of residents brimming with community spirit. A tightly knit community can be the product of following just a few simple steps.