We already know what you are thinking. The “act of apologizing” is a redundant topic and you have read numerous posts on wellness sites from some of the most renowned gurus out there… ….But now let’s apply this to real life: You are a board member of an HOA – one of the most […]
The Homeowners Association Rules say NO Pets! Your board may be faced with a request to accommodate an animal for a community member living in an HOA with a no pet policy. An obvious allowance would include seeing eye dogs for the visually impaired. However it is becoming more and more common for animals […]
What are the most important things your HOA Board President should know? 1) Understand the role: The role of the HOA President is one of leadership and guidance. It is the responsibility of the President to guide the board towards reaching decisions within provisions of the governing documents. The HOA documents are the tools that […]
What you may not know (or want to hear) about non-monetary claims against HOA’s In our ongoing series about Director and Liability Insurance, we have covered the importance of ensuring your HOA board has the correct policy (not just an endorsement), the difference between endorsements and policies, and discrimination lawsuits (one of the most common […]
What are my rights? As a homeowner in an HOA, you have certain rights including: A responsive and competent community association Honest, fair, and respectful treatment by community leaders and managers The right to serve on committees, run for election, and attend all board meetings Access appropriate association records Prudent financial management of fees and […]
What’s all the buzz about? You may have seen many recent headlines about bee attacks in Valley neighborhoods. Here’s what you need to know, along with tips on how to prevent and handle bee attacks: Bees are present and active year long in the Phoenix Valley. However, during the summer months, they are much more […]
What you may not know about discrimination lawsuits against HOA’s Immediately we assume discrimination cases deal with race or gender. In discrimination cases against HOA’s (the most common D&O claim facing us today) it usually has nothing do with either. So, what are they about? Let’s set up the scenario: A property manager drives through a neighborhood […]
Be aware of what is excluded in your Directors and Officers (D&O) Liability insurance The D&O liability policy is the most overlooked and misunderstood policy amongst HOA boards. In the past few years, liability claims against HOA directors and officers has been on the rise. Frequently the claims include breach of fiduciary, breach of […]
HOA late fees and collection policies. the always difficult and controversial subject….. HOA’s must have strong fee policies in place that are clear, have an intended course of action, are uniformly enforced, and encourage prompt payment. If they don’t, things can get sticky. That is why we suggest your HOA addresses fees and collections in a […]
Arizona Open Meeting Law on “Executive Sessions” By now you should be caught up to speed on the Arizona Open Meeting Law and why it is beneficial for HOA’s. We have one last issue to cover, which are “Executive Sessions.” Can my HOA close a portion of the meeting to members? The answer is “Yes.” […]