Community Management Blog
At Management Plus we have over 100 years of collective management experience, are loyal to you, and are committed to high standards, meeting all your needs by providing professional and friendly customer service.
We understand that it can be confusing to navigate the range of work we can do for you. Below we have answered your most frequently asked questions to give you a better understanding of your needs.
End-of-Summer Maintenance Checklist for Community Associations
Late summer is the easiest time of year to overlook maintenance. The pool is still busy, residents are enjoying common areas, and the pressure of cold weather feels far away. But the work your board completes in August, and early September determines how the community transitions into fall and how well it holds up through winter.
How Community Associations Can Support New Board Members After Spring Elections
New board members who start without a clear understanding of their responsibilities disengage quickly or make avoidable mistakes.
Effective onboarding gives incoming members the foundation they need to contribute and gives existing boards a structured way to hand off institutional knowledge. This article covers what both sides of the transition should prioritize.
What Your Board Should Know Before Hiring a Seasonal Contractor
Seasonal contractors handle some of the most visible work in your community. Landscaping, pool maintenance, snow removal and exterior repairs all shape how residents and visitors experience shared spaces. When that work falls short, complaints arrive quickly, and the damage lingers well beyond the contract period.
How to Handle Noise Complaints in Your Community Association
Noise complaints are one of the most common sources of conflict in community associations. When issues reach the board, how they are handled determines whether the situation gets resolved or gets worse.
Pool and Shared Amenity Checklist for Community Associations
Summer arrives faster than most boards expect. One week the pool is still covered and the clubhouse is quiet. A few weeks later, residents are asking when everything opens and whether the amenities are ready.
Boards that start preparing early open on schedule without scrambling. Boards that wait end up rushing to schedule vendors, resolve inspection issues and respond to complaints on opening weekend.
Fair Housing and Reasonable Accommodations for Community Association Boards
Fair housing obligations apply to every community association. The way your board handles requests, enforces rules and responds to residents carries real legal consequences.
Many boards operate with good intentions but limited understanding of what fair housing law actually requires. That gap creates risks. A denied request without proper process, an inconsistently enforced policy, or a delayed response can all result in complaints and liability.