The roles and responsibilities of an HOA board and its members The advantages and disadvantages of self-management versus hiring a management company How to conduct effective HOA meetings and encourage participation from community members Best practices for managing common areas, facilities, and addressing...
“Don’t throw your hands up, which is the worst thing you can do,” says Dawn Bauman, senior vice president for government and public affairs of the CAI. “Know your neighbors, know your board and know your responsibilities.” The two areas where associations and homeowners ...
A board member may be able to go outside the board vote in an emergency:When immediate legal counsel is needed, a board member may be able to go outside of what has been voted for or agreed upon. This individual is generally the HOA board president. However, the HOA board may consider...
Roles to Play, Measures to Take When it comes down to it, building safety is a shared responsibility even in terms of legal obligations. Dr. Mark Lerner, president of New York City-based EPIC Security Corp, says that outside of basic mandates for an intercom and front door locking system,...
Ensuring that the air we breathe is clean, fresh and safe is one of the myriad responsibilities that boards and building managers must undertake on behalf of their residents and shareholders. Fortunately, with the right expert advice and testing, the task need not be too daunting. Ultimately, ...