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what makes a good board member
What makes a good board member: 5 tips for your high-rise
Mar 07, 2025
In this article, we'll discuss five essential tips to guide you in mastering your responsibilities as a high-rise board member with insights from Brian Butler, president of Illinois for FirstService Residential, and Stephanie Parker, president of South Florida condo HOA at FirstService Residential.
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board members reviewing hoa finances
A complete guide to HOA finances and essential community financial practices
Mar 07, 2025
In this article, we will cover the importance of managing HOA finances and community financials and gain expert insights on insurance, liquidity management, and capital planning.
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hoa email policy
HOA email policy: Best practices for board members
Mar 03, 2025
In this article, we will cover the importance of creating an HOA email policy aligns with your association’s governing documents and allows you to perform your role as effectively and professionally as possible.
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capital improvement project
Three ways to fund a capital improvement project
Feb 26, 2025
In this piece, we will cover what capital improvements are and the best way your association can fund capital improvements, from reserve funds to special assessments.
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HOA board of director roles and responsibilities
HOA board of director roles and responsibilities explained
Feb 20, 2025
It takes a lot to build a great community: you need committed residents, a dedicated board of directors, and a clear understanding of everybody’s roles and responsibilities. A strong community board will offer a complete vision for the community.
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community manager responsibilities
Understanding community manager responsibilities
Feb 20, 2025
In this article, we’ll expand on "What is a community association manager?" and dive into all key characteristics of this profession, including role responsibilities, certification requirements, and more.
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do hoa fees ever go down
Do HOA fees ever go down? A guide to reducing HOA fees
Feb 14, 2025
While HOA fee reductions are rare, they may be possible with cost-saving initiatives, improved financial planning, and strategic vendor negotiations. Understanding how HOA budgets work and what influences fee adjustments is key to recognizing when HOA fee reductions may be possible.
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board members reviewing hoa governing documents
A guide to HOA governing documents
Feb 06, 2025
In this article, you will learn more about HOA governing documents, which define the rules and structure of your homeowners association (HOA).
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Values@Work FirstService Residential
Celebrating excellence at the Values@Work virtual celebration
Feb 04, 2025
If you're a current associate eager to see a run-through of the event or an external applicant considering joining a dynamic and value-driven team, continue reading this article to see how we celebrate our associates who help us support our culture of excellence.
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community members discussing how to start an hoa
How to start an HOA in your community: 10 simple steps
Jan 31, 2025
This article will walk homeowners and community leaders through how to create a homeowners association, highlight its benefits, and clarify some common questions. By the end, you will have a clear understanding of how to create a homeowners association and the responsibilities it entails.
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how to become a property manager
How to become a property manager: A step-by-step guide
Jan 31, 2025
Knowing how to become a property manager is a key step in your career journey. Discover property manager tips, from degrees to licensing.
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what is a condo association
What is a condo association?
Jan 29, 2025
This article will answer all your questions—from what a condo association does to how it's different from a community with a homeowner association (HOA). Plus, you'll learn important details about condo association rules, dues, and who actually owns what on the property.