Homeowners’ association (HOA) events are a great way to get the community together and build camaraderie with one another. If done properly, HOA community events can encourage more interaction and even decrease conflict between homeowners. Planning a community event can be difficult since you need a lot of planning and preparation. Here are some helpful…
DetailsMaintenance services for HOAs can be a tricky territory that easily becomes out-of-control or overwhelming if a good HOA management system isn’t put in place. When maintenance needs come up—whether they are anticipated or not—a homeowners association can quickly find themselves drowning in problems of quality, deadlines, and overcharging if there isn’t a preferred set of vendors set up…
DetailsIf your homeowners association is wanting to start working with a management company, there are a few things you’ll want to analyze in the contract before signing it, as it’s important to make sure you know all conditions of what the contract contains. A contact between an HOA and the HOA management company is the…
DetailsIt’s common for homeowners associations to begin long-term contracts with contracts for services such as trash removal, landscaping, or other maintenance. What associations will not realize, however, is that many of these contracts are set to auto-renew. Without knowing this, your community could find itself facing financial liabilities if you notice the auto-renew clause too late…
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Finding a quality contractor to perform work for your HOA at a good cost is not always an easy task. There are some areas in which to make sure the contractor is up to par before hiring them for your association. Presentation Take into account your first impressions of the contractor, such as his…
DetailsWhen running a homeowners association, there is the possibility of encountering all types of personalities living within the community. And since it involves peoples’ personal living spaces, there is always the chance of property owners having a tenant who is a hoarder. Hoarding in Your Community If you aren’t familiar with the full meaning of hoarding, it’s characterized by someone who…
DetailsIt’s that time of year where air conditioning and staying out of the heat become a priority for many states. Although the Charlotte area may not be the hottest place in the United States, we still experience the summer heat, and having a well-functioning air conditioner is vital and can be risky to the health and…
DetailsSo you’ve decided to hire an HOA manager. Great! Hiring a manager with a HOA management company can be so beneficial for handling the responsibilities of your Board. If it’s your first time deciding to hire a manager for your community, here are some records and documents to have prepared in advance that the company will likely…
DetailsThe crime of burglary is always a possibility for any homeowner, but usually the chances of one happening can be controlled. Charlotte homeowners associations are taking extra measures to prevent burglar activities in their communities by employing these few measures: Alarm Systems Often, burglars will look for the path of least resistance. Installing an alarm system is…
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When new members are elected to the Board of Directors of a homeowners association, it’s important to make sure they are able to feel comfortable as a part of the community. This can be achieved by welcoming them properly and filling them in on recent business within the association. That would seem simple enough, but sometimes everyone…
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