HOA 101: Understanding the Role of the Board President
To function correctly, a homeowners’ association (HOA) must have a board of directors that’s authorized to act on a community’s behalf, create and enforce community guidelines, and maintain shared...
View ArticleHOA’s: Some advice after 12 years at the helm (NC)
When my wife Gloria and I moved from Long Island to the Townhomes at Harborside in 2004, two unanticipated things happened rather quickly: First, we made great friends. Whether they hailed from the...
View ArticleThe role of the president’s report in a condo AGM
The annual general meeting (AGM), also known as an annual meeting, is arguably the most important meeting for condo communities. Members are elected to serve on the board of directors. Owners are given...
View ArticleDoes a Community Association Board President Have Executive Action Authority...
Community associations are not administered by a single director or officer of the board, instead, the affairs of such associations are administered by its board. The articles of incorporation and/or...
View ArticleThe Main Duties of a Homeowner Association President
You love your neighborhood because the community pulls together and cares about each other. That’s why you decided to run for a position on the board. In the United States, a huge number of people...
View ArticleThe Dos and Don’ts of HOA Meeting Agendas
Meetings, and the decisions that come from them, play a critical role in maintaining and determining the future of a homeowners’ association (HOA). Whether it’s an annual board meeting or periodic...
View ArticleWhat Do They Do? A Deep Dive Into the Roles of HOA Board Officers
Every homeowners’ association (HOA) is required to have an elected board of directors that acts on a community’s behalf. Often, there’s a misconception that all board members do is measure budget...
View ArticleWhen the President Thinks They’re King (FL)
So all this talk about the Presidency lately has got me thinking about an issue that comes up every week in my practice for the past 30 years or so. I get a call from someone on a Board of Directors....
View ArticleA Guide To HOA Board Responsibilities
Serving on the board of a homeowner association is a high calling. Well meaning volunteers are elected to roles that are critical to the well being of the HOA. But what exactly is a board member...
View ArticleAssociation president should vote on most issues (IL)
Q: The president of the board of our homeowners’ association does not vote on any matter or motion that comes before the board, except if there is a tie vote. She says she is not supposed to vote in...
View ArticlePresident is typically chairperson of board meetings (FL)
Q: Who presides over the board meetings, the property manager, or the president? And who contacts contractors for bids, the property manager, or the board? Finally, can you rent out rooms in an over 55...
View ArticleCan An HOA President Be Impeached? Here’s What to Know
Community association presidents often have a lot of power and responsibility. They can make decisions that affect the entire community. Although most volunteer board members balance this tough job...
View ArticleHOA Homefront: Bad board presidents are breaking community standards (CA)
Q: The president of our homeowner association decided she was overwhelmed with responsibilities and there was a need for a paid on-site manager. There was no mention, notification or discussion for the...
View ArticleHOA Homefront: Presidents are board members not bosses (CA)
If the HOA president’s role is misunderstood, the result can be very serious board dysfunction, as well as stress and risk for the president. First, it is critical to understand that the role and...
View ArticleUnderstanding the Role of an HOA President
Understanding your roles as an HOA president will enable you to fulfill your duties towards the HOA and serve the community well. Roles may differ slightly depending on the HOA’s bylaws and Declaration...
View ArticleCharacteristics of Great Community Association Presidents
A well-functioning community association board requires dedicated directors who are all doing their part to help make their enclave the best it could possibly be. Each of a board’s members and...
View ArticleHow To Be A Good HOA President
Many people underestimate the HOA President’s responsibility and what they must do to keep the community running smoothly. Although this task can seem daunting at times, it can also be very rewarding....
View Article3 Steps to More Efficient Board Meetings
Community association board meetings are the primary forum for directors to make formal decisions that affect the community. With so many moving parts and topics to discuss, running effective meetings...
View ArticleHOA Board Member Roles
As a homeowner in a community governed by a homeowners association (HOA), commonly referred to as a Community Association, you may be curious about the roles and responsibilities of the Board of...
View ArticleUnderstanding the Key Roles of Officers in a Community Association Board of...
Community associations play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in their respective communities. At the heart of every community association is its board of directors,...
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