Posts Tagged ‘self managed hoa’
Why the Self-Managed HOA Model Is Gaining Ground
Key Takeaways The Modern Self-Management Movement Professional management fees keep climbing. Insurance premiums are up. And volunteer boards are asking: can we become self-managed HOA without the chaos? These rising costs and tighter household budgets have made every line item feel personal, especially in smaller communities where any increase hits harder. Within that shift, one…
Read MoreWhat Is the Best HOA Software for Self Managed HOAs?
Key Takeaways What Should HOA Software Actually Do? Self-managed HOAs these days are asking smarter questions than “what’s the cheapest software?” They’re asking, “What’s the right platform to keep our community running smoothly without a full-service PMC?” The first step in answering that question is defining what HOA software should actually do. Good software won’t…
Read MoreHow Do I Find an HOA Management Company Near Me?
Ever searched “best burger near me” and landed at a sketchy food truck next to a tire shop? Although you may be finding a diamond in the rough, most likely, you’re…not. That’s the risk when you let proximity lead the way, and unfortunately, it applies to more than late-night snack runs. HOA boards often fall…
Read MoreLate Fees, Lost Checks, and Confusion: A Guide to Stress-Free HOA Payments
Key Takeaways: Homeowner’s association dues aren’t arbitrary expenses imposed on residents. They’re essential for the upkeep, maintenance, and quality of life in a community. This puts a lot of pressure on self-managed HOAs to collect dues on time, impose and enforce late fees, and make deposits—not an easy task for volunteers with limited time and…
Read More‘Why Can’t I Ever Reach My HOA?’
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…
Read MoreSelf Management vs. Property Management Company: What’s Best for Your HOA?
Hiring a property manager to oversee an HOA may be a viable option for neighborhoods whose size and subsequent management needs appear too great for individual residents to handle. But hiring a PMC is never a guaranteed fix. For those boards that prefer a more hands-on approach, HOA software can help make the transition to…
Read MoreHow Self Managed HOA Software Makes HOA Elections Simple
Key Takeaways: HOA elections are a critical part of any homeowners association, especially in self managed HOA communities. Elections allow new people with fresh ideas and energy to step into leadership roles, keeping the community moving forward in exciting directions. But organizing elections can be a daunting task for HOA board members if you don’t…
Read MoreFall Maintenance Checklist to Improve HOA Vendor Management
Fall is a visually spectacular season, with leaves changing from green to dazzling shades of red, orange, and yellow. The falling leaves also serve as a signal that you’ve got fall maintenance to take care of. If you don’t take care of these tasks now, you’ll find yourself with unhappy residents come springtime. You’ll need…
Read MoreHow to Turn HOA Hate into HOA Love
Over a quarter of US homeowners live in a community governed by an HOA, according to a YouGov survey from December 2023. However, almost half of those people said they would prefer not to live in an HOA-governed neighborhood. They have negative opinions about these organizations, ranging from how HOAs are governed to how they…
Read MoreHOA Self Management Software Can Help Share Common Spaces
The biggest selling points for most HOAs are the community spaces. You can enjoy the amenities of a pool, clubhouse, basketball and pickleball courts, playgrounds, ponds, parks, and gardens without having to bear the brunt of the cost when they require maintenance. But it all only works if every homeowner pays their share in HOA…
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