Trip and Fall - Slip and Fall - Risk Management of Raised Sidewalks in Your HOA

On Florida’s west coast, several hurricanes struck one right after the other. Billions of dollars of damage in insurance claims.

Serious complaints about tHOA or Condo Boards have a difficult time getting traction with the authorities.

Fraud Prevention in Community Associations

What are your rights as an owner-member in an association? - To be treated fairly and with respect? - To be governed by competent board...

In my experience as an expert witness, I have been able to review transcripts from depositions taken mostly from civil lawsuits. My heart...

This a quick guide as to how to prepare for a deposition and what you may expect.

Nobody likes to hear complaints. Especially when the complaints come from the same people over and over again. Community Association...

There may come a time when you witness a resident being rude, loud, and abusive. Actually, it occurs quite often at board meetings. It...

Community associations are micro-governments within every city and state in this Nation. Since they are also governed by local, state,...

What can managers concentrate on to improve their management style? Among many things, there are four C's to keep in mind. Communication...

Social Media for Community Associations - Procedures and Etiquette , Online Conduct Guidance for Boards and Managers

New board members need a little orientation so that their experience is positive. I’ll give a few tips that will help both sides –...

Managers play a very important role as the front line alarm system for potential liability risks. A good manager should be able to...

Every year hundreds of associations fret over the details of their elections. The truth is, they should. There are many details to the...

Have you ever had a contractor find out information discussed at a recent Board meeting? Does it feel like the fox is sleeping in the...

Are you getting ready for your association's budget season? Are you skeptical of past practices and willing to be involved in this year's...

Committees... Do you have them? Are they good for your community? In recent years, I have learned to direct Boards better in using their...

What are your rights an owner-member in an association? If you live in a community with rules and regulations, you have a certain number...

How important is it to have trusted vendors working on your association's projects? Does your board or manager have a good rolodex of...