Category: HOA Management

June 12, 2023

Does your association have a business continuity plan in place? In an emergency, it’s much easier to work from a plan rather than thinking on your feet. Setting up a business continuity plan and testing it may seem like an overwhelming task, but once in place, it gives everyone involved Peace of Mind.   Consider… Read more »

May 4, 2023

Virtual meetings, once reserved for accommodating working professionals in different geographical locales and time zones, are now commonplace, thanks in large part to the global pandemic. But one phenomenon that arose from virtual meetings that no one was expecting was this… our pets are now an integral part of those meetings, and our clients, colleagues… Read more »

March 22, 2023

A Connecticut condo association board tried to force the removal of a dog after holding multiple hearings and concluding it was vicious (Copper Square Ass’n, Inc. v. Bonell). But a court found the board dropped the ball and denied to order removal. The case involved a dog named Bo, who lived with a tenant in… Read more »

March 15, 2023

You’re committed to bettering our community, so why not put that passion to work and run for a spot on the association board. The association will soon be holding elections for board members, and we’re looking for dedicated homeowners like you to help us shape and implement our governing rules, handle association finances, make important… Read more »

February 10, 2023

Classified alongside pollutants from vehicles, pesticides, and more, pet waste is considered highly toxic and a nearly never-ending nuisance in community associations. “Not only is dog waste unsightly and unpleasant, it can be dangerous if it’s not properly removed,” says Diana Kavadias of pet waste removal service DoodyCalls. “The waste contains harmful bacteria associated with… Read more »

January 27, 2023

Lower back strain is one of the most common injuries related to shoveling snow. The following measures can help you prevent injuries and keep your back healthy while shoveling: · Before the first snowfall is predicted, make sure you have a proper shovel. The best shovel is one that is light weight, ergonomic and has… Read more »

November 30, 2022

We have been notified that House Bill 107 passed in Maryland in this year’s legislative session requiring all multi-family residential properties to complete a reserve study by October 1, 2023. This bill requires an updated study every five years of the reserves needed for future major repairs and replacement of the common elements of cooperative… Read more »

September 23, 2022

As anyone on a condo, co-op or homeowner association (HOA) board knows too well, board meetings can be extremely delicate situations. Board members don’t always agree with each other, discussion about a single, minor issue can eat up entire meetings, and those who speak the loudest aren’t always looking at the issues with the best… Read more »

September 21, 2022

As we come into the winter season you will be changing your HVAC from AC to heat.  This is the time we recommend having the HVAC unit serviced to avoid break downs and leaks.  Below are some helpful tips of what you can do and what your maintenance company should be doing once or twice a… Read more »

September 20, 2022

We’ve got an election coming up, and even if you’re unable to attend the membership meeting and election, you can still vote by proxy. A proxy is the written authorization that allows one person to appoint another (the proxy holder) to vote on his or her behalf. State law and the association’s governing documents specify… Read more »

July 22, 2022

As the summer heats up, many of you will escape the daily grind and head out on a well-deserved vacation. But before you hit the road, take a few precautions so your home isn’t enticing to thieves or susceptible to fire and other disasters. Not only is having your home vandalized or burnt to the… Read more »

February 6, 2022

Tax season is always a stressful time of the year. One of the questions HOA residents commonly ask is, “Are HOA fees tax deductible?” The answer, though, is not as simple. Are HOA Fees Tax Deductible? A homeowners association runs a community by imposing certain rules, preserving its aesthetics, and maintaining various aspects of the… Read more »