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Christine Ponce • • 14 min. read
New board member training
Roughly two million Americans serve on a community association board at any given time, voting on multi-million dollar budgets and decisions that affect their neighbors’ property rights,
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Christine Ponce • • 12 min. read
A simple month-end money routine for self-managed boards
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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
I have been supporting community managers and board members for self-managed HOAs for years now, and I can tell you that these members are always overwhelmed by
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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
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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
What is the one thing that practically every community association management company desires? Growth! At least 75% of property managers plan to expand their portfolios in 2026,
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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
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
Not so spooky holiday decoration rules for HOAs
With Halloween, Thanksgiving and joyous winter holidays on the horizon, we thought it would be helpful to share information about HOA décor. Some people love to celebrate.
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
Top 6 PM companies in San Jose
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
Do you need HOA approval for a security camera?
This is not a new question, but it is becoming more prevalent.  Between car thefts, package pirates and random incidents of vandalism, HOA owners feel compelled to
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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
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
HOA conflicts of interest: Risks and remedies
You’ve heard the saying that honesty is the best policy. Keep that in mind as you get into this article. Board members are, on occasion, criticized for
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
The hidden costs of accepting checks
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
HOA grants: Is my association eligible?
Did you know that HOAs can apply for grants? It’s true! But be warned, your team will have to put in some work in order to obtain
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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
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
The best way to handle HOA communication and requests
It’s Monday morning and you are hit with 50 emails from owners that have rolled in over the weekend. 2 people flagged you down before you got
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Kim Brown • • 6 min. read
6 big mistakes large HOAs make
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
New to the board? Here’s what to expect
Congratulations! You’ve been elected to represent your HOA and make important decisions that will impact the health and happiness of the community. But with so much to
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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
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
Enhancing communication with an HOA resident portal
HOAs are booming, but many of these communities struggle with communication. What’s the problem, you might be thinking. It can’t be that hard to let people know
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Kim Brown • • 8 min. read
Improve compliance in your HOA with violation tracking software
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Kim Brown • • 7 min. read
How self-managed HOA software can simplify your community operations
Are you a self-managed HOA? You’re in good company! The Foundation for Community Association Research estimates that 30% to 40% of community associations are self-managed, meaning they
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