Water Conservation Now Mandatory for California Residents

As we enter another hot, dry Californian summer, Governor Brown is taking immediate action to drastically improve our state’s conservation efforts. For the first time in recorded state history, conservation […]

Remembering Dorothy

It is with great sadness that we must share the news of the passing of our friend Dorothy Kopczynski. For over 33 years Dorothy worked at the heart of ECHO […]

6 Elements of a Successful Monthly Meeting

Every HOA president has the same common goal: to make the monthly homeowners meetings less scattered and more productive. For this president to reach his goal of shorter, more efficient […]

HOAs Fall Off Politicians’ Radar in Times of Election

Elections are just around the corner, meaning it’s all about politics this year. More to the point, it’s all about Republicans and Democrats. This is the season of the candidates, […]

ECHO Supports HOA Claims in Architectural Lawsuit

ECHO was instrumental to the court ruling on the Beacon Residential Community Association vs. Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The court held unanimously that principal architects can be liable to the […]

HOA Life: What’s Your Story?

Every day we hear from HOA members who share the same struggles. When they call, sometimes their first comment is “you’ve probably never heard this before.” Well we have. And […]

From the Treetops

Every person, from homeowner to lawyer, represents a unique perspective. As a board member, each perspective demands unique attention and can push you in different directions. In this series, we […]

ECHO San Jose Presentations

You asked, we’re delivering. For the first time, we are offering all of the presentation material from our 41st Annual Seminar & Trade Show, ECHO San Jose, online. Whether you […]

ECHO San Jose – Updated Agenda

We hope to see everyone on Saturday at ECHO San Jose, our 41st Annual Seminar and Trade Show. We’ve finalized the agenda, and encourage you to take a look to […]

ECHO San Jose

ECHO San Jose, our 41st Annual Seminar and Trade Show, is ECHO’s signature educational event. On August 24th, hear from dozens of HOA experts and attorneys, meet hundreds of professional […]

2016 HOA Legislation & Case Law Review

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?

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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