How does an HOA collect during this volatile economic time? Nana says, “You Get More Flies With Honey Than You Get With Vinegar” We know and may have personally experienced the economic downturn of the past few years. When the downturn hit, many families were literally choosing which bill to pay and which bill to […]
It’s hard to believe that 1995 – the year we said goodbye to everything from “Full House” to Operation Desert Storm, and hello to “Toy Story,” the World Trade Organization, and a little online bookseller called Amazon – was twenty years ago. But we’re ready to embrace the passage of time, because 1995 is also […]
Whew! That’s what you call getting down to business. Arizona Governor Doug Ducey, along with the Arizona legislature, recently jumped headfirst into what the Arizona Republic called a “whirlwind 81-day session” with a $9.1 billion budget. The result? More than 300 – yes, you’re reading that right – new laws on the books. Technically, they’ve […]
When (and why) does an HOA use a consent agenda? First, let’s define consent agenda: A consent agenda enables HOA members to vote on a block of items that are noncontroversial without a lot of discussion. They are useful to free up valuable time during your board meeting. What belongs on a consent agenda? Typical […]
In a scene from the movie “Office Space,” software company Initech brings in hilarious, generic consultants (“the Bobs”) to help soften the blow of corporate outsourcing and layoffs, and sends out an ominous corporate memo in advance. “You have to interview with this consultant,” worker bee Tom Smykowski warns his buddies, Peter, Michael, and Samir. […]
Sometimes we glamorize rogues, from James Dean’s iconic 1950s turn in “Rebel Without a Cause” to Judas Priest’s 1980s metal anthem, “Breaking the Law.” But throwing caution to the wind – and rules out the window – is something better left to the entertainment industry. In a homeowners association, especially something as potentially complicated and […]
Sometimes HOA meetings can feel more like a verbal boxing match than a meeting of like minds….. But peaceful relationships and meetings – even with difficult people – are possible. With the right tools, you can navigate the waters of those oftentimes tricky situations and relationships. What are the most effective tools for peaceful HOA […]
There may be a million things you’d like to change about your HOA board meetings, but there’s one easy thing you could do today to maximize their efficiency and productivity. And it doesn’t cost a penny. It may not be glamorous, but one of the best ways to keep things focused and forward-moving is to […]
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 […]
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 […]
