A limitation can be both a problem and a solution. Take paid condominium parking and storage as an example. Depending on laws and location, developers don’t always include a spot or storage space for every unit. The benefit of creating a finite number of underground parking spots and storage rooms is that condo units cost […]

Can you imagine spending 14 days issuing and renewing parking permits? It sounds like a lot of time, and it is, but if you work in a large HOA, you could easily spend hundreds of hours on this task…every year. Even if it only takes 5 minutes to review, approve, and respond to a renewal […]

A new year presents opportunities for fresh starts and exciting goals. But January can be a heavy month too, especially if you help manage a large condominium or HOA community. January is often the time when residents renew leases for parking spots, boat and bike racks, and locker spaces. From a logistical standpoint, it makes […]

Would your HOA be happier if it increased its budget this year? If you said yes, you should know that this goal is more achievable than you think, especially if your community has an attractive collection of amenities available to owners.       Download our free garden plot rental template      Most associations have standard amenities […]

Ready to build on the successes you’ve achieved in 2024? Most property management companies and professionals take a bit of time at the end of each year to prepare for new business strategies, goals and trends.    It’s understood that a lot will remain unchanged in 2025. While financial challenges persist, property management companies will […]

 Managing a community is hard work. It takes countless hours, dozens of volunteers, and thousands of cups of coffee (or tea). HOAs often hire management companies to help them with daily operations. Professional management companies have the skills and experience required to improve operational efficiencies and reduce costs. They also give board members more time to focus on […]

HOA property managers are talented professionals who possess a variety of skills. From responding to owner emails, to assessing expenses, they do a lot for their clients.   While carrying out their duties, property managers act as agents of the HOA board. They take on day-to-day activities so that the board has more time to […]

HOA management companies are hired by busy HOA boards who need help maintaining property values and daily operations. These professional companies can be very valuable to HOA communities because they help improve efficiencies, increase owner satisfaction, and reduce costs. However, when it comes to payments, there are no standard management fees, and prices can vary […]

Three elements will guarantee a homeowners association’s success: stable finances, effective communication, and happy owners. Having a productive HOA with just one or two of these things is still possible, but there will be significantly more problems to solve if you can’t check off all three boxes. To help you set your community up for […]

Condo balconies are small but valuable pieces of real estate. Owners and tenants have been known to transform these little spaces into alfresco dining areas, tropical oases, or storage areas if the condo unit doesn’t have adequate closet space. Download our free balcony inspection notice template But balconies can also cause additional issues for condo […]

A few months back, we published an article highlighting 10 things board members should keep in mind while serving their community. This time around, we’re putting the spotlight on community managers. Condo and HOA managers are often overworked and underappreciated, but they continue to work hard because they see the difference they are making. Below […]

Champlain Towers South, a 12-floor condominium in Surfside, Florida, partially collapsed while hundreds of owners were sleeping in June of 2021. The collapse was sudden, and resulted in mass casualties. Three years have now passed since this disastrous event occurred, but the aftermath continues to impact the family and friends who lost loved ones in […]

Parcel lockers are the preferred storage solution for condominiums. They are easy to use, they drastically reduce the workload for concierge or front desk staff, and they are effective at preventing items from getting lost or stolen. This smart hardware has almost become a necessity for multifamily communities due to the sustained popularity of online […]

There are over 2,500,000 community association elected members of boards of directors and appointed committee members in the US., according to the Foundation for Community Association Research. With millions of everyday homeowners making important decisions about community finances and operations, it stands to reason that HOA members should be both knowledgeable and capable in their […]

Even if your community doesn’t appreciate all that you do, we understand how much work goes into serving on a condo or HOA board. But with an endless to-do list, it’s easy to lose sight of what motivated you to serve on the board in the first place.     Table of contents     We invite […]