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HOA Board Responsibilities

Homeowners associations are becoming more popular in the US, with 75% of new homes being built in managed communities.HOAs can be incredibly beneficial for a community. An HOA Board is made up of community volunteers who work to make their neighborhood a better place to live for ...

Pets in a Community: A Guide for New York HOAs

With over 1 million pets in the area, New York's pets are often the beloved stars of any street. In a tight-knit homeowners' association (HOA), however, pets aren't always as welcome.Some members feel that pets cause a disturbance or can ruin the overall aesthetic of ...

Support Animals in New York HOA Communities: Yes or No?

Service dogs have been around for decades, but they have a lesser-known alter ego: support animals. Post-pandemic, experts have noticed an explosion in people getting emotional support animals.There's no debate around service animals; if people need them, you must acquiesce. ...

Are HOA Evictions in New York, New York Different to Other States?

The number of HOAs in the country is expected to grow by another 3,000 in 2024.If you're part of an HOA, you know how important it is for community members to comply with the association's governing documents. For everyone to enjoy a high quality of life from the many per...

The Role of an Association Manager: Key Responsibilities and Skills

New York City homeowners associations have the highest HOA fees in the entire country, but are these communities doing more for their members?If you own property in an NYC association, you have the answer. There have been plenty of issues with HOA leadership across the nation. Po...

Home Owners Association Property Management: Best Practices for HOA Success

Home owners association property management can be as daunting as walking a tightrope without a safety net. With over 30% of homeowners feeling their HOA wields too much power, it's crucial to find a proper balance.Being too strict can set off whispers that tarnish your board...

What is HOA Management?

If you're lucky enough to own property in New York City, there's a good chance you're part of a condo association, co-op, or HOA.When you pay your HOA dues every month, you expect a certain standard of living in return. Unfortunately, very few of NYC's HOAs meet t...

Working With Association Managers: What You Should Know

There are around 60,000 association managers in America. These numbers make it clear that HOAs benefit from the aid of community association management, but what does that mean? What is it like to work with these managers?We're here to unveil the mysteries so you and your com...

HOA Property Maintenance in New York: Common Responsibilities and Services

Homeowners associations are becoming the norm across the United States, including New York.There's no denying that HOAs play a huge part in ensuring the upkeep and aesthetic appeal of properties. When done right, they can carve out a little piece of paradise.In New York, HOA ...

New York Association Management: 5 Tips for Productive HOA Meetings

In numerous US communities, homeowners associations (HOAs) are crucial in maintaining property quality and value. In New York, a significant 18.1% of the population resides in HOA areas. For a successful HOA, effective governance is key, and productive HOA meetings are essential....