Narrow Results
-
Corona-Vision: 8 Takeaways We Can Appreciate
Each of us, in our own way, are doing our part to make those in uncomfortable situations feel a little closer to home and a lot closer to love. -
Behind the Scenes: Types of HOA Committees
Engaged homeowners are the foundation of a thriving community! Discover one way to get them involved. -
Four Ways to Prep for Your Texas Association Annual Meeting
Consider 4 key elements when preparing for your Annual Meeting. Get practical tips today! -
Going Virtual: Best Virtual Meeting Platforms
Given the unprecedented practice of "social distancing," now may be the best time to find the right video conferencing platform for your association. -
Going Virtual: Strategic Communication
All community members play a role in ensuring communication is aligned, informative and consistent. Does your association have a strategic plan? -
How Can My Texas Condo Association Manage Holiday Package Overload?
Shopping is the hallmark of the holiday season, but the influx of packages can make any condominium association struggle to stay organized. Discover ways to handle holiday packages with ease by asking four simple questions. -
High-Rise Holidays: Staff Appreciation Bonuses
For some communities, the end of the year is a time to pass on the spirit of giving to its staff. -
HOA Budget Bloopers: 7 Missteps to Avoid
Before you begin outlining the financial steps for your community, keep these 7 HOA budget bloopers in mind. -
6 Ways to Manage Board Stress
Feeling stressed? Use these tips to avoid board burnout. -
Holiday Party Planning. All the Sparkle Without the Stress.
You want to celebrate the season with family and friends, but with the holiday merely weeks away, landing a role opposite of George Clooney sounds easier than planning a holiday bash. Does it not? Well fear not! These primo party planning tips will have you singing carols over eggnog in next to no time (and for little money), all compliments of our professional party planner. -
Hosting an Annual Meeting That Homeowners Will Want to Attend
The number one reason associations fail to meet quorum is the lack of participation by their homeowners. Knowing this, we’ve put together a list of practical ideas to help increase homeowner participation and alleviate the worry about whether or not you will have enough attendance to hold your meeting. -
Discover Whether HOA Board Members are Personally Liable
If you’ve agreed to serve as a board member for your homeowners association (HOA), you may be thinking this is just like any other simple volunteer opportunity. However, there are certain fiduciary responsibilities and protocols that board members should be aware of to help protect the association and their own personal liability. Here we’ve compiled a few fundamental principles that every board member should apply. -
Keep Things on Track With Our HOA Annual Meeting Checklist
Whether your association is faced with presenting positive or potentially controversial announcements, you can probably expect a few homeowners to raise their questions and concerns during your annual meeting, making it difficult to keep your meeting on track. To help, here are a few things you can do to limit distractions or interruptions and keep the meeting rolling full steam ahead. -
Lifestyle at Home: A Little Something for Everyone
Continue an engaged, at-home lifestyle by utlizing these resources for residents of all ages! -
Lifestyle At Home: Wellness & Programming
From centering your mind to getting a daily dose of good news, these resources will help keep your spirits high while indoors. -
Municipal Duties Move to ‘Burbs as HOAs Must Step In
John Friedrichsen, Senior Vice President & CFO of FirstService Residential parent company FirstService Corporation, is quoted in USA Today about how HOAs benefit from the value-added services provided by leading professional management companies. -
Discover a Plan For New Board Members This New Year
Have open board positions? Discover five key components to finding & training new board member candidates. -
Planning an Award-Winning National Night Out Event
National Night Out is an annual event that promotes partnerships between communities, residents and local law enforcement. Celebrations can range from individual block parties to a large community festival. Either way, it’s a great opportunity to create connections between neighbors and focus on working together to make your community a safer, better place to live. This national celebration has become an annual tradition in many communities far and wide and we want to help you put together the best National Night Out event your association has seen yet. -
Playing Your Part: Knowing Board Members' Roles
Is everyone playing their part? Find out how your board should be working together to keep your community in good standing. -
HOA Lighting Rules: How Your HOA Can Prevent a Holiday Light Trespass Issue
Holiday lights can brighten the community, but they also have a down side. Learn tips to minimize issues in your HOA with sensible policies. -
HOA Home Security Tips: Protecting Your Home from Holiday Grinches
Before you book that vacation or buy the perfect gift, here are a few holiday home security tips to keep you and your community safe. -
Set Holiday Décor Standards Without Being a Scrooge
It's easy to get enthusiastic about holiday decorating. How do you keep your residents from going overboard without being a scrooge? Read on for simple tips to keep holidays in your community merry! -
Storm Preparedness in Any Forecast for Texas HOAs and COAs
We're breaking down the most common types of Texas weather events and how your association can maximize your storm preparedness for any forecast. -
The 12 Yeas & Nays of COA Social Media
Get 12 Do's & Don'ts of social media management.