2016 HOA Legislation & Case Law Review

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In 2017, California HOAs will feel the impact of new California laws, federal laws, and court decisions.

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How Should HOA Boards Respond to Mold?

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Mold is a serious problem. These 8 strategies can help HOA boards to remedy the problem, help the affected owner, and protect the association from additional liability.

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Responding to a Recall Petition

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When HOA members decide to remove their board of directors, the board has to participate in the process. This article explains the board’s responsibilities.

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How Good Is Your Management Company?

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12 tips for evaluating your current HOA management company or for finding a new one. 

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Rules for Short Term Rentals in Condo Associations

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If your association permits short-term rentals (e.g. Airbnb), clear guidelines will help your owners and protect the HOA.

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Don’t Make These Two D&O Insurance Mistakes

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If you live in an HOA or serve on the board, Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance (D&O) provides essential protection. But shoddy coverage or a late claim can jeopardize your […]

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Switching Your HOA Newsletter to Email

Educational Topics, Frontpage Article

For decades, HOA Boards have communicated news and events to their members using a method developed by Johannes Gutenberg in 1439 – the hardcopy newsletter. Often delivered monthly to the […]

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Requests for HOA Documents

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California law provides owners with access to many HOA documents, including financial records. What are those documents, how quickly must they be provided, and what are the limitations?

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Tips for 3 HOA Holiday Headaches: Lights, Theft, and Parking

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Tips for non-Scroogey ways that HOAs can handle 3 common holiday problems: lights, theft, and parking.

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Airbnb in San Francisco HOAs

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Airbnb has been a boon to owners looking for extra cash, but an occasional nightmare for HOAs. In San Francisco, the laws regulating Airbnb are growing more complex. What do […]

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Guide to HOA Management Certifications

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What Does “Certified” Mean? A “certified common interest development manager” has a tested understanding of homeowner association laws and best practices, with special focus on the business and management skills […]

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Tree Fungal Infections Caused by Drought

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Most people are already aware that the state of California is experiencing the worst drought in history, and our savvy followers also may know that this has significant implications on […]

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