One of the duties of HOA boards and management companies is to oversee and respond to service requests from homeowners. Over time, requests and work orders begin to pile up, and manual processing no longer seems realistic. Track Your Service Requests Better With HOA Management Software In a homeowners or condominium association, residents make…
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Modern-day technology has allowed for a myriad of advancements in the condo and HOA management sphere. One such advancement is a homeowner online portal, a tool that has made leaps and bounds in helping associations everywhere. What Are the Benefits of a Homeowner Online Portal? Technology has come a long way in the last…
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HOA software is an essential tool that helps associations become more efficient. Since there are a lot of options to choose from, it can be difficult to determine the best HOA software for your community. To aid in your search, here are nine non-negotiable HOA software features to look out for. HOA Software Features:…
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Many homeowners associations across the country choose self-management over hiring professional services. This can prove difficult as the association grows bigger and more tasks start piling up. If that situation sounds all too familiar to you, consider getting software for self-managed HOA communities. Benefits of Software for Self-Managed HOA Communities It is easy to…
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Late HOA payments are one of the most common problems homeowners associations face today. With assessments playing a critical role in the continuous operation of the HOA, it is imperative to know how to collect these late payments. How to Deal with Late HOA Payments It is not that difficult to understand how an…
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HOA fees — they are a staple in any given homeowners association. But, what are they exactly? And what purpose do they serve? What Are HOA Fees? What is an HOA fee? Also known as HOA dues, HOA fees are fees that homeowners associations collect from its members, i.e. homeowners. When homeowners purchase a…
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In certain situations, a homeowners association may decide to levy a special assessment. Most homeowners are not amenable to this because of the unexpected financial burden. To prevent any misunderstandings between homeowners and the board, here’s what you need to know about HOA special assessments. The Basics of HOA Special Assessments Living in an HOA…
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Homeowners association board meetings are where important decisions are made. There are different types of HOA meetings depending on the purpose or matter at hand. For efficient and productive HOA board meetings, here’s what you need to know. What Are the Different Types of HOA Board Meetings? Not all HOA board meetings are the…
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Part of hiring an HOA property management company is paying a set fee in exchange for services to the association. But, how can you separate the reasonable fees from the questionable ones? The key is to understand how an HOA management fee works. What Is an HOA Management Fee? Homeowners associations don’t run on…
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Prompt and reliable dissemination of information is a key element of successful HOA management. To accomplish this, you will need various HOA communication tools. HOA Communication Tools and How to Use Them One of the duties and responsibilities of your HOA board is to communicate with association members. From making announcements to sending out…
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