As you know, COVID-19 is spreading across the world and many are taking extra precautions to try and mitigate the risk. Thankfully, we do have some guidance on how each of us can help. The first thing we need to do is take it seriously. This is a... (Read More)

As part of a board, you have an important role to play in your community. If everyone on the board does their role well, their community as a whole will be better for it. But, if board members don't take their roles seriously or don't operate with... (Read More)

It's a case of "the more, the merrier" when a new family moves into your HOA! You want your new residents to feel comfortable in their new home, and one means to that end is to reach out to them. What would television's Mr. Rogers, the king of... (Read More)

Are you aware of biases on your HOA board? Some issues can arise on an HOA board or within a community when members develop biases regarding residents. This bias can go either way. You may find an HOA member form a positive bias about someone... (Read More)

One of the biggest issues you may find in an HOA board is a lack of communication. This issue isn't specific to HOA boards, as poor communication can be an issue for many organizations and businesses. That's because effective communication is... (Read More)

House fires happen and can be devastating to families and communities. They can happen anywhere at any time. While unpleasant to consider, it’s prudent that your HOA board has a plan in place to ensure community-wide fire safety. What measures can... (Read More)

Protecting our homes and loved ones is a major concern for most families in neighborhoods. The basics like deadbolts, alarm systems and proper lighting can go a long way in deterring criminals from even attempting to burglarize a home. But it’s... (Read More)

As an HOA or condo association board, it’s your primary responsibility to put the community’s best interest first. From financial health to safety, the board must always act with this in mind. Social media risk management falls under that... (Read More)

Every HOA board member has the right to express themselves, but too often strong personalities can dominate the conversation and disrupt the flow of information. You can put the kibosh on personality differences before they become major sources of... (Read More)