The best homeowners association boards are those with engaged, active members. If you’re thinking about joining a board – we encourage you to consider it! It’s a great experience, you can learn a lot and also be able to help chart the course for your small community. However, if you’re on the fence or aren’t […]
Keeping the books balanced and clean is one of the most common problems Homeowners Associations deal with. Board members are always dedicated and good at managing their community but in most cases – simply lack the expertise when it comes to handling the finances. If you’re reading this and nodding your head, then it might […]
Five Best Practices for Better Community Management If you’re a board member or an association manager for a Florida condo or co-op community, you know the types of challenges you face on a daily basis. You work to maintain the common areas of the community to keep property values as high as possible, oversee the […]
Like the rest of the tech world, social media has come a long way. Years ago, My Space was the only game in town. Today, the social platforms count comes in at over a hundred. There are shoppable sites like Pinterest Product Pins and Shopify; social media live streams like Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok; business […]
Top 5 Best Practices for Your HOA Budget While Homeowners Associations (HOAs) support residents in myriad ways, they also impose rules to help maintain a clean and cohesive atmosphere. A board (typically comprised of member residents) is a multi-functional resource. Tasked with acting in the best interests of all, boards are intended to oversee grounds […]
Top 12 Home Safety Tips for the Holidays With the holidays fast approaching so begins the planning and prepping! One thing that should also be on your list this year is how to keep your home safe. We’ve put together some easy solutions that will bring you peace of mind and allow you to focus […]
Effective communication builds trust. In an HOA environment, the absence of solid information can spur rumors. Rumors cause agitation. Agitation makes the board’s job that much harder. So, getting ahead of gossip and conjecture will make for a much happier subdivision. The other upside? By sharing details of upcoming improvements for example, you may spark […]
When it comes to purchasing real estate, the key is to be an educated consumer. Whether an investment property or your primary residence, a condo or single-family home, when you ask the right questions and get the valid information, you won’t have buyer’s regret. What Is an HOA? Homeowners’ associations are private organizations. They […]
Every homeowner knows that protecting their investment takes some sweat equity. From preventative maintenance to installing energy efficient systems, there’s always something to do or consider doing. But…every once in a while, those happy home improvement visions start dancing in your head! Do you: Want to shake up your home’s floorplan just a bit? Redefine […]
You already know that managing a residential community is complex. Besides remaining compliant with state and local guidelines, you have responsibility for everything from property maintenance, to financials, to satisfying the needs of owners, renters, and shareholders. Over our 25 years supporting communities in the Tampa Bay area, we have to say we’ve perfected the […]