Posts by Jesse Hitt
The State of Community and Association Management: Trends, Regulation, and Technology Shaping the Future
Executive Summary When community leaders are equipped with the right tools and direction, they can streamline operations, make smarter financial decisions, and spend less time on busywork. They can be fully present for association membership and focus on the bigger picture. They can dedicate their time to building stronger, safer, and more connected neighborhoods that…
Read MoreBeyond the Sign-Up Sheet: How HOA Software Can Simplify Amenities Scheduling
Key Takeaways The Calendar Problem Nobody Signed Up For Most boards adopt HOA Software to reduce loose ends. They want one place for documents, dues, and announcements. But it’s not always the big stuff that bogs you down. What catches many communities off guard is that daily stress often comes from something smaller than budgets…
Read MoreStreamline Resale Documents: How In-App Processing Saves Time
Key Takeaways When a homeowner decides to move out, the HOA board assumes responsibilities critical to the home sale process. One of the most overlooked and time-sensitive HOA management responsibilities is the handling of resale paperwork. As soon as a home goes under contract, the board is expected to assemble a package of legally required…
Read MoreMake 2026 Your Easiest Year Yet with Self-Managed HOA Software
Key Takeaways: How did 2025 feel for your HOA leadership team? Was it a mad scramble, a sea of paperwork, a deluge of emails, a mountain of management headaches? You’re not alone. Running a self-managed HOA can be complex. But it doesn’t have to be. By turning to self-managed HOA software, you can streamline your…
Read MoreUnderstanding HOA Financial Reports
Key Takeaways: Why Financial Reports Are the Invisible Backbone of Your Community If you’ve ever looked at your HOA’s financial statements and wondered whether everything is actually in order, you’re not alone. Community leadership is hands-on work, and finances are often the most challenging part to manage. That’s why many communities turn to HOA accounting…
Read MoreWhat’s the Difference Between HOA Management and Condo Management?
Key Takeaways: Introduction You’re shopping for condo management software because you’re tired of juggling spreadsheets, email threads, and vendor invoices across three different tools. But here’s the thing: before you pick a platform, you need to know what you’re actually managing, because HOAs and condo associations aren’t the same. Both are community associations run by…
Read MoreThe Top 3 Ways HOA Management Software Saves You Time
Key Takeaways HOA management is essential work. It’s also exhausting. For many board members, the hours spent on communication, dues collection, maintenance requests, and compliance tracking can stretch far beyond what feels reasonable for a volunteer role. Juggling paperwork, emails, and spreadsheets during your off-hours isn’t sustainable in the long term. Over time, even the…
Read MoreAre HOAs Legally Required to Have a Website?
Key Takeaways Does our HOA Need a Website? Running a homeowners’ association is a considerable task. Volunteer leaders and board members may enter their roles with willing hearts but limited management experience. Maybe you stepped in because you like connecting with your neighbors and helping your community. You may not have experience in website design…
Read MoreHow to Collect HOA Payments Without Chasing Down Checks
Key Takeaways You didn’t sign up to be your community’s debt collector. Yet here you are, sending another email, making another call, or even knocking on a neighbor’s door, asking if they forgot their HOA dues again. It’s awkward, time-consuming, and frankly, not how you imagined you’d be spending your time when you joined the…
Read More3 Ways to Improve Talks Between HOA Boards and Residents
Key Takeaways Why Communication Between HOA Boards and Residents Breaks Down Effective communication supports a healthy association. When boards and residents share information openly, they solve problems faster and maintain trust. For many volunteer boards, the missing piece isn’t effort. It’s the lack of a structured system that supports consistent communication. Without one, boards end…
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