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Enforcing HOA policies is nobody’s cup of tea, but having good policy enforcement in place helps improve the resident experience and elevates your reputation. Follow these 4 principles for healthy policy enforcement:

An effective Utah homeowners association will not only recruit great volunteers and committee members, but will empower them to help improve the community. The question is – how do you get there?

Great capital improvements improve property values. Read on to see the three ways to pay for them and the pros and cons.

Are you really getting the best returns on your reserve funds? Most board members aren’t sure. Learn six ways to improve your reserve fund returns.

Improved board meetings play a crucial role in building up your association’s reputation and relevance in the market, which ultimately helps improve property values. Learn the six principles for better board meetings.

These four components of a successful communication plan will help your board create and deliver effective messaging throughout the year.

FirstService Residential has helped boards and building owners save millions of dollars in energy costs, in part, through our Energy Aggregation Purchasing Program.

Around the world, the property and casualty insurance industry experienced record losses from 2016 to 2019, and consumers are now feeling the effects on both a macro and micro scale.

What does it mean it mean to be an advocate, doer and visionary? Learn about the 3 essential board member roles.

Carefully evaluating the property manager is a critical component of board business and helps ensure a consistent level of service each and every day.

Robust automation software can help boards and building owners in New York City satisfy local law compliance deadlines and inspection cycles.

Raising assessments can keep your association healthy (and help boost property values). Read on to learn why, how and when to raise HOA assessments.

A property manager’s role is a unique one; it requires answering the needs of residents, A Community Association Manager (CAM), also called a property manager, is integral to the smooth functioning of residential complexes and homeowners associations. Whether managing property affairs or fostering a sense of community, the qualifications and skills required for property managers are diverse and multifaceted.

Local Law 97 impacts roughly 50,000 buildings across the city, a majority of which are multifamily residential properties.

FirstService Residential recommends that all boards and building owners consider the installation of EV charging stations and incentives available through NYSERDA and ConEd.

With an effective reserve-fund strategy, boards can properly plan for unplanned equipment replacements and repairs to building systems and facilities.

Want to keep your HOA or high-rise in tip-top shape for current and future residents? Learn how to plan and pay for maintenance and capital improvements.

What sets your association apart from other HOAs? Discover what types of support and training can help your manager (and association) excel.

What are your HOA leadership roles and duties? To fully develop and enhance your leadership journey, begin by taking these four essential steps.

Homeownership comes with a myriad of benefits, but it also brings a set of responsibilities, particularly when you are part of a Homeowners Association (HOA). The board of directors for the association maintains the integrity and value of a community by establishing HOA regulations that protect resident’s investment as a homeowner.

As of November 2021, the New York City Council has extended Local Law 152 gas pipeline inspection deadlines for boards and building owners through June 30, 2022.

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.

Partnering with a property management company is a big step. Learn what to consider when deciding which one is right for you and your association.