Homeowners associations levy fines for violations. Can homeowners fight HOA fines? What is the right way to do it? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
The Architectural Review Board plays an integral role in the preservation of curb appeal in an HOA. Click here to learn more about it!| Clark Simson Miller
What is a neighborhood watch app? Should your homeowners association have one? Click here to learn everything you need to know!| Clark Simson Miller
What are some HOA holiday safety tips to keep the community safe? Click here to find out what you can do to keep the neighborhood secure!| Clark Simson Miller
CSM specializes in financial management and we can help your board of directors with paperworks following the rules & regulations in California.| Clark Simson Miller
The annual budget is a critical tool for a homeowners association. Learn the best practices for HOA budgeting by clicking here!| Clark Simson Miller
What is an HOA newsletter? What are the benefits of creating and distributing a regular newsletter to homeowners? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
When an HOA board member breaks rules, do they face the same consequences as homeowners? What if they break the bylaws? Find out here!| Clark Simson Miller
Every homeowners association should have an ironclad HOA collection policy in place. Click here to learn how to construct and enforce one!| Clark Simson Miller
HOA board mass resignation is a real problem in many homeowners association communities. Learn how to deal with it here!| Clark Simson Miller
Privacy is important to everyone. So, what should you do when there is a breach in confidentiality in HOA communities? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
Homeowners associations should implement HOA holiday decoration rules to keep the peace in communities. But, what should these rules include?| Clark Simson Miller
Did you know that HOA late payments affect credit score? Click here to find out how your missed dues can bring down your credit!| Clark Simson Miller
What is HOA bad debt? Do many homeowners associations suffer from this? Can you divulge who has bad debt in an HOA? Find out here!| Clark Simson Miller
What is fidelity bond coverage? Does every homeowners association really need to have such a policy? Click here to find out the answers to these questions!| Clark Simson Miller
When an HOA saves money, it frees up room in its budget for more urgent projects. But, how can an HOA cut corners without risking quality?| Clark Simson Miller
An HOA board conflict can happen every once in a while. But, when board members fight, can the HOA management company step in? Find out here!| Clark Simson Miller
Conflicts of interest within an association are normal, but they can be avoided. Here are some ways you can prevent conflict of interest in an HOA!| Clark Simson Miller
What is D&O insurance? Is this form of insurance really necessary for homeowners associations? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
What is an architectural review committee in a homeowners association? What does this committee do? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
HOA record keeping is a huge part of running an HOA. Learn how to properly store HOA records here so you'll have a system in place.| Clark Simson Miller
Can an HOA raise dues? Click here to learn more about why increasing an HOA's fees is important and how communities can handle this change.| Clark Simson Miller
Why should you practice checks and balances in your HOA? How do board members even begin to do this? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
What is an HOA capital improvement? Can homeowners associations benefit from capital improvement projects? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
Most boards know that choosing the right vendors for your HOA is critical. But, why exactly is that? Does it really affect your finances? Find out here!| Clark Simson Miller
How important is HOA risk management to communities? Click here to learn more about why your HOA should consider risk management.| Clark Simson Miller
Certified Public Accountants (CPA) are valuable assets to any organization. Here is why you need a CPA for an HOA and how to find the right one!| Clark Simson Miller
What is remote HOA management anyway? And does your community really need it? Find out everything you need to know about the service here!| Clark Simson Miller
Emergencies can happen at any time. But, what is the right HOA response to an emergency? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
What are HOA fines? Should homeowners pay for them and are they enforceable? If you live in an HOA, click here to find out more about fines!| Clark Simson Miller
What is HOA bank reconciliation? Should all associations do this? How is bank reconciliation done in the first place? Find out here!| Clark Simson Miller
What can an HOA board do about debt, especially for an HOA in debt for years? What steps can you take? Find out here!| Clark Simson Miller
Is your homeowners association charging dues that are too high? How much HOA is too much? Click here to learn everything you need to know!| Clark Simson Miller
There are several benefits to using cloud computing for HOAs -- both for communities and management companies. Read more here!| Clark Simson Miller
What can association members and board members do if they find suspicious financial activity in HOA? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
Board members do a lot for the HOA community. But does that mean the HOA board can get paid? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
Should your homeowners association give out HOA fee discounts to its members? Is that advisable from a legal standpoint? Find out here!| Clark Simson Miller
Are HOA dues and inflation correlated? How does one affect the other? Can HOAs do something about it? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
What is an HOA insurance review? Is there a right way to perform it? Is an insurance review even necessary for homeowners associations? Find out here!| Clark Simson Miller
Can an HOA waive late fees? Should the HOA board even allow it? What are the pros and cons? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
What is integrated banking for HOAs? What are the advantages of integrated banking to an HOA community? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller
Believe it or not, when homeowners pay dues late, an HOA can suffer. How do late HOA dues affect HOA finances? Click here to find out!| Clark Simson Miller