The HOA Board Blog

Practical tips for productive HOA board meetings. From agenda planning to public comment management, make your meetings efficient and compliant.

What fiduciary duty means for HOA board members. Understand your legal obligations, protections, and how to fulfill your duty of care without becoming a full-time volunteer.

Understand which services are typically included in a base management fee and which cost extra. Avoid budget surprises by knowing the difference before you sign.

A state-by-state overview of HOA governing statutes, manager licensing requirements, and homeowner protections. Know the laws that affect your community.

What HOA board members are responsible for, what they’re not, and how to fulfill fiduciary duties without burning out. A practical guide for new and experienced board members.

The hidden costs of choosing the lowest-price HOA management company. Real examples of how cutting management costs leads to bigger expenses.

A clear-eyed breakdown of how HOA management companies structure their fees. Understand what you’re paying for and where the hidden costs live.

The interview questions experienced HOA boards ask — and the ones most boards forget. Go beyond the sales pitch and evaluate what really matters.

The contract terms and warning signs that experienced HOA boards watch for when reviewing management company agreements. Protect your community before you sign.

What reserve studies are, why they matter, and how to use them to plan capital expenses and avoid special assessments. A practical guide for HOA board members.

Transparent breakdown of HOA management fees by community size, property type, and market. Understand base fees, per-unit pricing, and hidden costs before you sign.

Warning signs your current HOA management company isn’t working. A checklist for boards wondering if it’s time for a change, with practical transition advice.