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Why Maryland HOA Resale Packages Matter
Apr 25, 2017
What is an HOA resale package? Read this article to learn why they are important and get valuable answers.
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Cyber Security: How Community Residents Can Protect Their Tech
Feb 06, 2017
Why should cyber security be so important to community associations? Do you know what important steps residents in your community can take to protect their technology so that sensitive information doesn’t fall into the wrong hands? This article provides guidelines on how to prevent cyber attacks and tips on increasing cyber security.
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Four Secrets to Great Communication in Your Association
Four Secrets to Great Communication in Your Association
Feb 06, 2017
There’s one challenge that plagues all board members, regardless of experience: communication. Part art and part science, communication is the key to building strong relationships and effectively meeting your obligations as a board member for your community association. Here are a few quick tips to ensure communication is flowing in your association.
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How to Create a New Revenue Stream from Your Amenities
How to Create a New Revenue Stream from Your Amenities
Feb 01, 2017
Savvy boards are always keeping an eye out for ways to maximize revenue. If you’re interested in ramping up your revenue streams, take a look around and imagine the possibilities. Read tips on how you can generate cash flow from your existing amenities.
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how to keep your community safe from cyber attacks
Cyber Safety: Steps Board Members Can Take to Protect Your Community
Jan 29, 2017
Isn’t technology wonderful? It’s made so many aspects of life easier, and that includes managing the operations of your community association. Technology does have its vulnerabilities, though, and it’s imperative that they be addressed. Your board can implement these four steps to begin putting your association on a more secure path.
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how to communicate effectively with your hoa
Effective HOA Board Communication: A How-To Guide
Jan 25, 2017
Great communication is more than just weekly messages about events and new rules. The residents in your community association rely on consistent, clear information communicated from their board members and management associates. Consider these guidelines as a roadmap to great communication that will keep everyone on the same path.
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The Importance of Having a Partner to Manage and Activate Community Amenities
Jan 23, 2017
Having a swimming pool, a fitness area, or a clubhouse for residents are perks that can make any community stand out. A good management company has people with many years of experience operating and maintaining these types of features, and they can offer many helpful ways for you to get the most for your community. Here are some ways your community can benefit from the experience of a community association management company, and make your job as a board member a little easier.
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Successfully Implementing Your New Budget
Successfully Implementing Your New Budget
Jan 23, 2017
You’ve done all the homework. Crunched the numbers. Your reserve study is complete, your vendor agreements have been checked and your budget is done! Now what? There’s an entire process to creating the budget, followed by implementing it, and clear communication to homeowners, through every step of the process, is the best way to avoid problems.
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Ten Building Security Tips
Ten Building Security Tips
Jan 19, 2017
We are all concerned about safety. High Rise management companies and Board members, who have a responsibility to protect the common property, must pay particular attention to security at their properties. A secure condominium means a happier and safer community, and that is what is most important to owners and residents.
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Four Communication Essentials of Good Community Management Companies
Jan 19, 2017
The foundation of any good relationship is communication. And that also holds true for HOAs and community management companies, regardless of whether we’re talking about a townhome community, high-rise or a master-planned community.