As anybody who’s ever had his air conditioner go out in the middle of summer can tell you, buildings don’t maintain themselves. This is where condo maintenance comes in.   Who Is Responsible for Condo Maintenance? A common misconception about living in a condo building…

An HOA audit is just about as important to an HOA as annual health checkups are to you. These audits ensure the financial health of the association. A complete audit of HOA books, however, can be a costly activity.   What Is an HOA Audit?…

Members of a homeowners association are bound by agreements known as HOA covenants. As such, before you buy a home in an HOA community, it is imperative to familiarize yourself with the covenants that you must follow. This will prevent any future conflicts between you and…

HOA landscaping plays a critical role in improving curb appeal and has a direct impact on property values. As such, it is imperative for every homeowners association to invest in quality landscaping.   The Importance of HOA Landscaping Every homeowners association’s goal is to protect…

Can fellow homeowners sue HOA board members? Lawsuits are serious issues, and they easily drain a person’s time, energy, finances, resources, and emotions. The possibility of facing them makes people who want to help the community second guess their decisions. Can You Sue HOA Board…

Can your homeowners association issue an HOA traffic ticket? The answer may not be so simple. Still, it is worth diving into the subject to provide both HOAs and their members some insight.   HOA Traffic Ticket: Many Sides to the Debate People seem to…

If you’ve had experience with homeowners associations, you’ve probably heard about the Open Meeting Act. As an HOA board member, it’s important for you to understand what this act entails, how it differs from an open forum meeting, and how it should inform your HOA…

While every HOA has a board of directors in charge of maintaining the community, numerous HOA committees help them in community management. To get things done, the association can call on its homeowners to volunteer and serve on HOA committees.   What Are HOA Committees?…

Does an HOA pay taxes? It’s a common question a lot of homeowners associations ask. While an HOA does not technically operate to gain profit, it is still bound by tax laws. But, how exactly does it all work? Do HOAs have to file tax…

Unlike insurance for single-family homes — which is pretty much cut and dry — condominium homeowners insurance can be quite complicated. Why? Because as a condo owner, you need to think about insurance coverage for your unit as well as the insurance covered by your…