Christine Ponce • • 12 min. read
A simple month-end money routine for self-managed boards
Tracking finances is arguably the heaviest part of running a self-managed HOA. There are roughly 373,000 community associations across the United States, home to about 78.1 million
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Christine Ponce • • 15 min. read
The Board’s Guide to Choosing an HOA Payment Processor
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Stephen Smellie • • 13 min. read
Standardizing Financial Reports Across Multiple Communities
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Stephen Smellie • • 14 min. read
How to Set Up Online Payments for Your Self-Managed HOA
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Stephen Smellie • • 12 min. read
Automating HOA Vendor Payments and Invoices
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Stephen Smellie • • 13 min. read
How to Automate Your Self-Managed HOA
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Stephen Smellie • • 15 min. read
11 tasks self-managed HOAs can automate
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Stephen Smellie • • 11 min. read
Licenses CAM in Florida requirements 
When I first started managing community associations, operations were simpler, and associations were fewer. Now I work with associations across the country, and I can tell you
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Stephen Smellie • • 16 min. read
A complete guide for self-managed HOAs
I have worked with hundreds of self-managed HOA boards across the country. I have seen communities thrive under self-management, and I have also watched boards struggle when
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Kim Brown • • 8 min. read
Can an HOA put a lien on your house​?
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
9 software for self-managed HOA communities
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
4 Ways HOA Management Companies Can Win New Business
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
Missouri HOAs can once again regulate backyard chickens
Who knew chickens would ruffle so many feathers?! But these domesticated fowl were at the center of a big legal battle, led by the Community Association Institute’s Heartland
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
How to deal with speeding in an HOA
Speeding isn’t just another pesky issue. It has potentially fatal consequences, and at the very least, drivers who speed make other HOA owners feel unsafe. The magnitude
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
Not so spooky holiday decoration rules for HOAs
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
Top 6 PM companies in San Jose
San Jose is a powerhouse. As the tech hub of Silicon Valley, this area is home to some of the world’s most forward-thinking innovators. Jobs with high
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
Do you need HOA approval for a security camera?
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
Top 6 HOA management companies in Baltimore
Baltimore has been referred to as the “Charm City” because of the many attractions nestled within the area. The historic Inner Harbor, picturesque Oriole Park at Camden Yards,
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Phillip Livingston • • 2 min. read
Property Control launches as the parent company behind Condo Control, HOA Central, HOA Sites, and Patrol Points
New York, NY, August 29, 2025: Property Control today announced the launch of its parent brand, bringing together Condo Control, HOA Central, HOA Sites, and Patrol Points
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
HOA conflicts of interest: Risks and remedies
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
The hidden costs of accepting checks
46% of Americans didn’t write a check in 2023, reports a survey conducted by GOBankingRates. 17% wrote a check once a month, and 4% wrote more than
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
HOA grants: Is my association eligible?
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
HOA resident databases: Should your community have one?
Most associations collect emails and phone numbers for more efficient communication. If you already have a list containing these details, then you have a resident database! If
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Kim Brown • • 8 min. read
How HOAs can manage pool guests this summer
Pools are supposed to create soothing, relaxing, and fun environments. The smell of chlorine, the sight of crystal blue water, and faint sounds of splashes elicit feelings
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
The best way to handle HOA communication and requests
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
6 big mistakes large HOAs make
We’re not trying to embarrass any large HOA. Quite the opposite, we recognize that caring for a big community is really, really difficult. With so many people
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
New to the board? Here’s what to expect
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Kim Brown • • 9 min. read
Your complete guide to homeowners association software
Hey! If you’re looking for in-depth information about homeowners association software, you’re in the right place.   In this article, you’ll learn all about the basics. After
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
Best practices for hiring an HOA attorney
Your homeowners association needs an HOA attorney. There are several reasons why this is true, but one of the most compelling explanations is that attorneys help to
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
Enhancing communication with an HOA resident portal
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Kim Brown • • 8 min. read
Improve compliance in your HOA with violation tracking software
Rules are not meant to be broken in an HOA community. In fact, rules play an important role in maintaining property values, setting expectations, and preserving an
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
How self-managed HOA software can simplify your community operations
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