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  • Legislative Update: Changes That Could Affect Community Association Governance
    Board Members | Education | Q&A

    Legislative Update: Changes That Could Affect Community Association Governance

    Byfbaggarly April 24, 2026

    Federal Legislative Update: What the Corporate Transparency Act Means for Community Associations Community associations across the country have been closely monitoring recent federal legislation that could significantly impact how associations—and more specifically, volunteer board members—handle personal information reporting requirements. At the center of this discussion is the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a federal law enacted…

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  • 🌸 Spring Is Finally Here: Time to Refresh the Outside of Your Home
    Board Members | HOA Management | Weather

    🌸 Spring Is Finally Here: Time to Refresh the Outside of Your Home

    Byfbaggarly March 3, 2026

    As the days get longer and temperatures begin to rise, spring is finally starting to show its head. After a long winter, this is the perfect time to step outside, take a fresh look at your home, and start thinking about seasonal maintenance and curb appeal. Just as spring cleaning inside your home helps create…

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  • Winter Weather Preparedness: 5 Essential Tips to Protect Your Fleet, Property, and People
    Board Members | Education | Real Estate | Safety | Weather

    Winter Weather Preparedness: 5 Essential Tips to Protect Your Fleet, Property, and People

    Byfbaggarly November 25, 2025November 25, 2025

    From snowstorms in Texas to historic cold temperatures across Florida, it’s clear that winter weather preparedness is not just for northern regions. Wherever you are, managing winter weather risk doesn’t have to be daunting; it simply begins with preparing for snow, ice, and extreme cold ahead of time. For over 60 years, Philadelphia Insurance Companies…

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  • New Survey Examines Aging Infrastructure’s Impact on Community Associations
    Board Members | HOA Management | Reserve Study

    New Survey Examines Aging Infrastructure’s Impact on Community Associations

    Byfbaggarly November 2, 2025October 27, 2025

    Anew survey by the Foundation for Community Association Research identifies aging infrastructure as a critical concern for community managers, boards members, and residents. Water intrusion, deteriorating balconies and fences, failing pipes and roofs, as well as plumbing and electrical issues often show a building’s age. As buildings’ internal systems and physical components age, how can community associations best prepare…

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  • Halloween Decorating and Safety Tips
    Board Members | Education | Holiday | Safety

    Halloween Decorating and Safety Tips

    Byfbaggarly October 18, 2025October 18, 2025

    From 3-foot-tall skeletons draped over front lawns to inflatable pumpkins and spider web-covered walkways, Halloween decorations have grown in popularity over the years. Community association board members may choose to develop a policy for these spooky decorations, including what, where, when, and for how long.   Board Members Engage residents in a conversation on whether…

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  • Finances/Budgets -How the Budget is Prepared
    Board Members | Education | HOA Management

    Finances/Budgets -How the Budget is Prepared

    Byfbaggarly July 20, 2025May 9, 2025

    Each year you receive a draft of the proposed budget for review and comment. A lot of work goes into preparing the budget. It’s a complex activity that has to start early so the budget can be finalized and approved prior to the beginning of the new fiscal year. Here’s how we do it: The…

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  • Meetings – We’re Having What Kind of Meeting?
    Board Members | Education | HOA Management

    Meetings – We’re Having What Kind of Meeting?

    Byfbaggarly May 9, 2025May 9, 2025

    What’s the difference in a board meeting and a special meeting, or an annual meeting and a town meeting? Confused? Here’s some clarification. Annual Meetings Annual meetings—or annual membership meetings—are required by our governing documents, which specify when they’re to be conducted and how and when members are to be notified about the meeting. This…

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  • Should There Be A Social Media Code Of Conduct For HOA Board Members?
    Board Members | HOA Management

    Should There Be A Social Media Code Of Conduct For HOA Board Members?

    Byfbaggarly March 20, 2025January 15, 2025

    With the rise of social media, HOA board members often find themselves navigating online communication. Social media can be a useful tool to keep homeowners informed and engaged. However, it can also lead to miscommunication, conflicts, or even legal issues if not handled properly. This has led many to wonder whether or not there should…

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  • HOA Proxy Voting Rules In The U.S. (Per State)
    Board Members | HOA Management

    HOA Proxy Voting Rules In The U.S. (Per State)

    Byfbaggarly February 15, 2025January 15, 2025

    While mainly governed by your association’s bylaws and governing documents, most states have legislation that provides HOA proxy voting rules. Most indicate the requirements for a valid proxy vote and its limitations. What is Proxy Voting? Proxy voting occurs when a homeowner’s association member authorizes another person to cast votes on behalf of the members….

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  • State of the Insurance Market, February 2025
    Board Members | HOA Management | Real Estate

    State of the Insurance Market, February 2025

    Byfbaggarly February 12, 2025

    Despite a certain groundhog having seen his shadow, winter will come to an end before we know it, recalling the Hal Borland quote, “No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” The quote is often used to mean that even in difficult times, there will eventually be a change for the better. For the…

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  • How To Change HOA Bylaws, Covenants, And Rules
    Board Members

    How To Change HOA Bylaws, Covenants, And Rules

    Byfbaggarly February 1, 2025January 15, 2025

    Homeowners associations are governed by a set of documents, among which are the bylaws and the CC&Rs. There will come a time, though, when you will need to amend those documents. Continue reading to learn how to change HOA bylaws and CC&Rs. How to Change HOA Bylaws and CC&Rs: Is It Even Possible? A homeowners association’s…

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  • HOA Client Alert: Corporate Transparency Act – Updates
    Board Members | HOA Management | Real Estate | Top News

    HOA Client Alert: Corporate Transparency Act – Updates

    Byfbaggarly January 24, 2025February 19, 2025

    What the Nationwide Injunction Means for Condos & HOAs A federal court has issued a nationwide injunction temporarily blocking the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), originally set to take effect on January 1, 2025. The CTA mandates condominium and HOA board members to report beneficial ownership information (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement…

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