July 29, 2020
You are among the more than 60 million Americans who live in homeowners associations and condominium communities. We think most residents are happy living in our community—and we certainly hope you are among them—but how do these 60 million residents feel about their own associations? Are they happy with their elected boards? How do they… Read more »
May 8, 2020
Basic etiquette in today’s digital, global era can be a challenge, especially when you only have one form of communication to rely on. During a conference call, you have your voice—and your voice alone—to relay your thoughts, questions, and input. This can be a good thing or a bad thing, depending on where your etiquette… Read more »
April 29, 2020
Recently the Community Association Institute developed certain guidelines on steps your community may take or has taken to address the COVID-19 outbreak. It has sections on cleaning, common areas and amenities, meetings and events, social distancing, and staffing. Below I have outlined the steps which have or are being addressed by your Community Site Manager… Read more »
February 14, 2020
The success of a homeowners association (HOA) community is heavily dependent upon the board members’ ability to handle their duties and responsibilities in a fair and adept manner. With 2.5 million individuals holding positions on community association boards, almost all of whom are volunteers appointed by a majority of the community, it is important for each homeowner… Read more »
January 10, 2020
#Askingforafriend It has taken me a while to work up the nerve to ask this. m so embarrass?. ‘Please don’t use name or location on anything that could possibly trace this back to me. Not that it matters, I’ve opened a new email account on a public computer in order to submit this, so you… Read more »