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6 Steps to Amending Homeowners Association Documents
Learn how to amend your homeowners association governing documents, including the practical logistics required to do so. -
Florida HOA Laws 2020
Learn more about which Florida HOA laws passed in 2020, and how these new bills will affect your community. -
HOA Rental Policy: 5 Steps to Adopting HOA Rental Restrictions
HOA rental restrictions can bring several benefits to a community association if done properly. Here are five steps to follow when adopting HOA rental restrictions successfully. -
How to Set Snow Removal Expectations in an HOA
Communicate the details of the association's snow removal contract so residents know what to expect. -
Property Management 101: Top Tips for Board Members
As a condominium board member, you know you have a huge part to play in ensuring a great lifestyle for your residents. It’s your job to provide leadership, ensure financial stability and create a sense of togetherness. Consult these helpful property management tips for new board members and experienced ones alike. -
What Do Association Fees Pay For?
Knowing where your assessment money goes is essential to being a savvy association or co-op resident. In this article, we break down the main cost categories. -
Why a Roof Leaks After a Snowfall – and What Can Be Done
Your residents are calling on about water leaks after a snowfall. Could an ice dam on the roof be the culprit? -
Local Law 152: Updated Requirements for Boards and Buildings
Is your building prepared for Local Law 152 gas piping inspections? FirstService Residential recommends getting ahead of schedule to avoid unforeseen deficiencies and costly fines. -
Planning Your Next Virtual Annual Meeting
For New York City co-op and condo boards, virtual annual meetings are the new normal. FirstService Residential is here to help make your transition as seamless as possible. -
How to Conduct a Virtual Annual Meeting in Texas
Learn about related Texas state laws, best practices and next steps. -
11 Critical Questions to Ask About Your HOA’s Maintenance Plan
Is your preventative maintenance plan in need of a check-up? Read on to learn the 11 questions you should ask to assess your HOA’s maintenance health. -
Avoid These 5 HOA Board Blunders
To help you avoid the most common board blunders, we’ve identified four mistakes and some practical ways to avoid them. By preventing blunders, you can help steer your board in the right direction, which can ultimately help improve your overall community. -
Don’t Be the HOA Bad Guy: 4 Proven Policy Enforcement Tips
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: -
Reserve Fund? Special Assessment? Loan? 3 Ways to Fund Capital Improvements
Great capital improvements improve property values. Read on to see the three ways to pay for them and the pros and cons. -
Reserve Funds: Six Ways to Improve Association Returns
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. -
Six Ways to Have a Better Board Meeting
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. -
Staying Connected: Communication Best Practices for Board Members
These four components of a successful communication plan will help your board create and deliver effective messaging throughout the year. -
Delivering Value: FirstService Residential Energy Aggregation Purchasing Program
FirstService Residential has helped boards and building owners save millions of dollars in energy costs, in part, through our Energy Aggregation Purchasing Program. -
Market Trends & Best Practices: Property Insurance for Boards & Building Owners in 2021
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. -
Advocate, Doer, Visionary: The 3 Essential Duties of HOA Board Members
What does it mean it mean to be an advocate, doer and visionary? Learn about the 3 essential board member roles. -
Improve Board Communication from Within
While communicating clearly and effectively with residents is vitally important, it is just as important to foster better board communication. -
9 Ways to Improve Board Communication (Hint: It Starts With You!)
Healthy board communication is the key to enhancing your Nevada HOA’s reputation and property values. Learn 9 ways to improve your board’s communication. -
2021 Legislative Session and Updates
Legislative matters impact community associations. FirstService Residential advocates for the associations in the Florida legislature. Learn more about the most important 2021 bills and updates! -
Depth of Support: What You Should Expect from a Property Manager
Carefully evaluating the property manager is a critical component of board business and helps ensure a consistent level of service each and every day.