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Protecting Your HOA From Cyber Attacks, Part 2: The Role of Your Board
Protecting Your HOA From Cyber Attacks, Part 2: The Role of Your Board
Sep 14, 2017
The board of directors for your homeowners association (HOA) probably feels it has a lot more pressing issues than cyber security. So it’s understandable that you may not be as focused on keeping up with safety measures to protect your HOA’s sensitive data. However, with cyber attacks becoming more and more prevalent, the financial and personal information that your association maintains is at greater risk.
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HOA Board Education: Why HOA boards should attend classes, events and expos
HOA Board Education: Why HOA boards should attend classes, events and expos
Sep 08, 2017
Let’s face it: Just because you are a member of your homeowners association (HOA) board of directors, doesn’t mean you know everything about running an HOA. The truth is, most board members are not experts; they are simply volunteers who want to do all that they can to ensure that their community continues to be a great place to live.
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Protecting Your HOA From Cyber Attacks, Part 1: The Role of Residents
Protecting Your HOA From Cyber Attacks, Part 1: The Role of Residents
Sep 07, 2017
Ignorance is not bliss, especially when it means potentially leaving your homeowners association (HOA) at risk of a cyber attack. And that’s exactly what you’re doing if you don’t recognize that your HOA is as much of a target as any other small business.
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2017 Legislation: New Laws Impacting Arizona Homeowners' Associations
2017 Legislation: New Laws Impacting Arizona Homeowners' Associations
May 18, 2017
Each year the Arizona Legislative Action Committee (LAC) monitors a number of bills that could affect community associations across the state. This year, Governor Ducey passed House Bill 2411 stating that “it promotes transparency and participation for all residents in homeowners’ association governance.”
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Rights and Responsibilities of HOA Residents
Rights and Responsibilities of HOA Residents
Jan 30, 2017
As a resident in a homeowners association (HOA), it’s important for you to know what you have a right to expect from your association and from your community management team, as well as your responsibilities to the HOA. Being aware of your rights and responsibilities creates clarity, helps you set realistic expectations and leads to more cohesiveness throughout the community.
With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of community residents’ rights and responsibilities. Remember that these apply equally to homeowners and renters.
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High-rises
Seven High-Rise Insurance Tips for Associations and Unit Owners
Dec 22, 2016
Many people who live in cities like Phoenix and Scottsdale appreciate the rewards that come with living in a high-rise building. Some of the unique advantages include great amenities, security and even concierge services.
High-rise buildings are also unique when it comes to insurance coverage. Besides the individual policies that unit owners need to have, the building and common areas must be covered as well.
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Cityscape behind a lake and grassy small hills in Phoenix
High-Rise Amenities: What's Hot for Phoenix
Dec 19, 2016
Phoenix high-rise dwellers generally choose to buy their homes because of convenience and location. Amenities can also be a deciding factor in where to buy. However, what’s desirable in amenities is always changing.
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Graphic of calendar with how to create a long-term budget
Budgeting for Your Future: Nine Steps to Make Your HOA Dollars Count
Nov 09, 2016
Another budget season is here once again, and that means that the boards of homeowners associations are busy planning, analyzing—and grinding their teeth. We know that developing your HOA’s annual budget is not an easy task. However, with the guidance offered in the following nine steps, you’ll be able to get through the process more easily—and without needing to visit your dentist.
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Keyboard with red Vote key that a finger is pressing
Electronic Voting in Arizona - What You Should Know
Nov 08, 2016
These days, you can do almost anything online—buy groceries, look for a job or even find love. But what about voting on issues that affect your community?
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Seven Tips for Choosing the Right Reserve Study Firm
Seven Tips for Choosing the Right Reserve Study Firm
Sep 26, 2016
Your reserve fund is an important way for your homeowners association (HOA) to plan and budget for the future. It gives you the financial ability to maintain the quality of your community by funding necessary—and expensive—projects. Rather than covering day-to-day maintenance expenses, a reserve fund is intended to be used for major expenses like roofing, paving and capital improvements (for example, new construction or remodeling).
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Seven Revenue Generating Ideas for Your Community
Seven Revenue Generating Ideas for Your Community
Sep 09, 2016
It happens: Your community gets hit with an unexpected repair cost or rate hike, and you need to generate more revenue. While your goal may be to bring in some cash quickly, it’s important to look at longer-term revenue-generating ideas and options, too.
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Property managers sitting around a table smiling, discussing the lowest insurance policies
HOA Insurance Cost: Getting the Coverage You Need
Sep 08, 2016
Protecting your community with adequate insurance coverage is one of your key responsibilities when you serve on your homeowners’ association (HOA) board of directors. At the same time, you also have a duty to keep down costs so that HOA money can go farther.