by Jennifer Carter | Oct 30, 2020 | Board Education, Resident Education
1. House Design Changes Most rules found in most HOA CC&Rs are architectural standards and covenants surrounding the exterior or appearance of houses. Before a homeowner can do a paint job, install a new mailbox, add a patio or deck, or make any exterior...
by Jennifer Carter | Apr 13, 2020 | Resident Education
Ask not what your community can do for you, ask what you can give to your community. People are typically drawn to live in neighborhoods with community associations because they want what those neighborhoods have to offer: great amenities and opportunities to connect...
by Jennifer Carter | Mar 16, 2020 | Resident Education
No matter what you do for a living, you have most likely either had a manager, or been a manager, or perhaps both. Managing people is both an art and a science, and it’s absolutely essential that someone in every environment takes that role. Also, understanding your...
by Jennifer Carter | Nov 19, 2019 | Resident Education
Navigating the rules and regulations of an HOA can be tricky. It’s not uncommon for homeowners to receive a notice from the HOA board about a violation. This might even happen to you. Perhaps you broke the rules without knowing it. Or, you might have a legitimate...
by Jennifer Carter | Nov 19, 2019 | Resident Education
For most people, choosing to live in a master-planned community that has an HOA, condo, or townhome association is a positive decision. The goal is to create an enjoyable environment where everyone contributes to keeping quality of life (and property values) high. Of...
by Jennifer Carter | Nov 18, 2019 | Resident Education
Master-planned communities make it possible for you to share the cost of high-end amenities you might not otherwise afford. However, sometimes it’s tough to tell where your private property ends and shared areas begin. Here are some types of common elements or areas...
