Homeowners associations maintain common areas, provide services and amenities, set aside reserves, and meet legal and contractual obligations. The vast majority of a community association’s day-to-day operations and long-term financial health are funded through assessments paid by homeowners. Clear communication and consistent practices are critical for homeowners and board members.
Budgets & Reserves
Budgets & Reserves
HOA Budgeting: Funding Operations with Realistic and Consistent Practices
Budgets & Reserves
Savings Solutions: A Primer for Investing Community Reserve Funds
Community associations should consider three top priorities when investing reserve funds: coverage, liquidity, and return. There are several safe and reputable vehicles associations can use.
Budgets & Reserves
Tips for Preparing Budgets for HOAs and Condos
We share tips to ensure your community association is proactive, prepared, and properly plans for the future.
Budgets & Reserves
How HOAs Can Make a Clean Break From Their Management Company
Our HOA is unhappy with our current management company, and we want to terminate the contract. What are some common reasons to terminate “for cause”? How can we get out of our contract?
Budgets & Reserves
Budgeting Best Practices for HOAs
A well-planned budget is essential for every successful HOA.
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