Wildfires are a growing threat across Texas, making a wildfire preparedness checklist crucial. With rising temperatures and dry conditions, HOAs must take precautions. A proactive plan can help protect homes, lives, and property values. The Importance of a Wildfire Preparedness Checklist Texas ranks among the top states for wildfire risk. Drought, high winds, and overgrown […] The post Wildfire Preparedness Checklist For Texas HOAs appeared first on PamCo.| PamCo
Clear communication keeps a community steady. The question is simple: should you rely on HOA email or stick with paper letters when you need to reach homeowners in Southern California? The smart answer uses both, guided by legal rules, timing, cost, and owner preferences. What Is HOA Email and When Should You Use It? HOA … The post HOA Email Vs Letters: What’s The Best Way To Communicate With Homeowners? appeared first on Personalized Property Management.| Personalized Property Management
Living in Southern California is easy to love. The tradeoff is learning to plan for earthquakes, wildfire weather, and winter storms that can arrive fast. With this, HOA disaster preparedness in Southern California should be part of everyday governance. HOA Disaster Preparedness in Southern California: Why Bother? This region stacks hazards in a way few … The post HOA Disaster Preparedness Southern California: What Every Community Should Know appeared first on Personalized Property Management.| Personalized Property Management
Homeowners love improving their homes. That also usually means the board needs to handle a lot of HOA architectural requests. When the process is clear and friendly, projects move smoothly, property values stay protected, and the neighborhood keeps a cohesive look. What Counts as HOA Architectural Requests? Not every project needs board sign-off, but many … The post 15 Tips To Handle HOA Architectural Requests appeared first on Personalized Property Management.| Personalized Property Management
Any HOA won’t be able to function properly without a sound financial plan. To have one, you will need to have a proper budget, making an HOA budget meeting one of the most important ones to have. It’s where the board can lay out its financial goals, assess what needs to be incorporated into the … The post What Goes On In A HOA Budget Meeting? appeared first on Personalized Property Management.| Personalized Property Management
Is a third-party project manager for HOA projects necessary? It is not uncommon for homeowners associations to have large-scale projects that fall outside of the board’s expertise. While an HOA management company may be able to provide some assistance, there is an argument for hiring a separate professional for the job. What is a […] The post Should The Board Hire A Project Manager For HOA Projects? appeared first on Graham Management.| Graham Management
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Understanding HOA management fees is essential to all association boards, especially those hiring or considering hiring professional management. These fees cover the services of the management company, but some have surprise charges or hidden costs. Additionally, fees can vary depending on the type of management the HOA seeks. What are HOA Management Fees? The […] The post Breaking Down HOA Management Fees appeared first on Graham Management.| Graham Management
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Key Takeaways Utilizing technology in the work order process can help keep the HOA in compliance with any local regulations, avoiding unnecessary fees and fines. One of the main benefits of having an HOA and paying dues is, ideally, having a streamlined process for requesting repairs, maintenance, and other necessary work on shared community spaces.… The post I Submitted a Maintenance Request—Now What? Tracking Work Orders on Your HOA Portal appeared first on PayHOA.| PayHOA
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Not-So-Golden Silence Imagine at the monthly meeting of an HOA—let’s call it Hickoryhurst HOA, just for fun—the board approves a rule prohibiting trash cans being left curbside the night before pickup. At the same meeting, board members turn down the treasurer’s proposal to convert bookkeeping and communications from paper and email to self-managed… The post ‘Why Can’t I Ever Reach My HOA?’ appeared first on PayHOA.| PayHOA
Discover the benefits of adopting digital tools in HOA Management, from streamlining operations to enhancing communication and improving efficiency.| blog.hignellhoa.com
Discover typical HOA inspection frequencies, what inspectors look for, and how to prepare. Learn about what to expect and how HOA mobile apps can help.| HOA Start
An HOA manager can help the homeowner's association run more smoothly, provide guidance and peace of mind to board members.| blog.hignellhoa.com
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Practical tips for HOA board members managing repairs and long-term property upkeep in a homeowners association.| blog.hignellhoa.com
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