HOA property managers are talented professionals who possess a variety of skills. From responding to owner emails, to assessing expenses, they do a lot for their clients.   While carrying out their duties, property managers act as agents of the HOA board. They take on day-to-day activities so that the board has more time to […] The post 10 HOA property management responsibilities appeared first on Condo Control ..read more

HOA management companies are hired by busy HOA boards who need help maintaining property values and daily operations. These professional companies can be very valuable to HOA communities because they help improve efficiencies, increase owner satisfaction, and reduce costs. However, when it comes to payments, there are no standard management fees, and prices can vary […] The post How are HOA management fees calculated? appeared first on Condo Control ..read more

While every condo and HOA member has the right to receive documents and notices by mail or personal delivery, many of the items that an association mails out can be delivered electronically.     Download our free electronic communications consent form     If you think some of your members would prefer receiving notices or reports online, […] The post 3 good reasons to ask condo/HOA members to sign an electronic communications consent form appeared first on Condo Control ..read more

Would it surprise you to learn that some condominiums are using as much as 35% of their total annual budget on administrative costs? While every condo community is unique, it doesn’t hurt to benchmark your expenses against similar buildings to see where your building’s budgeting strengths and weaknesses lie. Everything is more expensive today than […] The post Reducing administrative costs in high-rise condominiums appeared first on Condo Control ..read more

Is it okay to have adult-only swim hours? Are children under the age of 12 allowed to use a gym? If you live in a community association, you’ve probably noticed that rules have changed over the last few years. That’s because communities don’t want to be found guilty of breaking laws that aim to prevent […] The post What are the rules surrounding community amenities and age restrictions? appeared first on Condo Control ..read more

Condominium communities across North America are experiencing a myriad of financial challenges. The cost of everything, including insurance, water, electricity, and labor, is up by a lot. Furthermore, new legislation regarding reserve funding and energy use is adding additional pressure on U.S. condominiums.    In order to keep up, boards and managers are exploring several […] The post Technology innovations in high-rise condominiums appeared first on Condo Control ..read more

Until you serve as a board member, it’s hard to comprehend just how much these volunteers are expected to do. While we will stick to the “basics” or core responsibilities, we also appreciate that there are dozens of little things board members do that go unnoticed. So thank you all for putting so much work […] The post HOA board responsibilities appeared first on Condo Control ..read more

Most of us can successfully keep track of our personal finances, but it’s not something we get excited about. Now imagine trying to document income and expenses for a multi-million-dollar association. If you have served or currently act as an HOA board member, you have a first-hand account of what it’s like to maintain financial […] The post When to get a bookkeeper for your HOA appeared first on Condo Control ..read more

Should we go with this, or should we go with that? The decision-making process for HOA Board Members is serious business. After all, running an HOA is a business which can experience financial gains and losses, like any other business. Decisions made by an HOA Board greatly impact community members lifestyles as well, especially in […] The post A Guide to Better Decision-Making Process for HOA Board Members appeared first on Condo Control ..read more

If you’re reading this article, then you already recognize the value of a good HOA management company. Professional management companies have a superb understanding of how to augment the value of homeowners associations by increasing efficiencies and reducing costs. They also give board members more time to complete important work.     Download our free request […] The post Choosing the best local management company for your HOA appeared first on Condo Control ..read more