Why should we care about rental activity? Rental activity negatively impacts property values. Non-owners don’t have an economic interest in the community and, as such, rental properties generally suffer from lower curb appeal and higher amounts of covenant violation. Excessive rental activity also creates safety and security concerns, drastically increases association insurance premiums, and can […]
10 Tips For Improving Board Discussions
Operating a homeowner association carries with it many of the very same duties and responsibilities as overseeing any other business. Volunteering as a board member is a valuable and rewarding experience that should be undertaken by those who see it as an opportunity to serve their fellow neighbors while protecting and enhancing the assets of […]
Tough Choices: Steps to Making Better Board Decisions
Every day, community association board members across the country are making difficult and sometimes unpopular decisions to solve problems and move their communities toward their goals. Making these decisions, which affect the value of homeowners’ investments and the quality of their lives, is the primary work of boards. To make consistently wise decisions, boards must […]
