Community Management Blog

Blog Entries - Nov. 2025

How to Evaluate and Choose Vendors That Strengthen Your HOA

How to Evaluate and Choose Vendors That Strengthen Your HOA

November 17, 2025  |  HOA Tips, Vendor Management

Vendor choices shape the pace, appearance, and feel of community life. When projects stay on schedule and everyday services run smoothly, residents feel confident in the board’s stewardship. When work slips or billing surprises appear, trust erodes. This how-to guide walks your board step by step through a practical approach to vendor management so decisions are organized, transparent, and aligned with your community’s goals. 

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5 Common HOA Problems (and What You Can Actually Do About Them)

5 Common HOA Problems (and What You Can Actually Do About Them)

November 10, 2025  |  HOA Tips, Problem Solving

You’ve sent the message. But the sidewalk outside your building still hasn’t been repaired, and the streetlight near your driveway keeps flickering at night. Days pass, and it starts to feel like no one’s listening. Around the neighborhood, other residents also begin to wonder who’s responsible and why answers take so long to arrive.

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HOA Board Conflict Happens. Here’s How to Handle It Productively

HOA Board Conflict Happens. Here’s How to Handle It Productively

November 3, 2025  |  Board Member, Conflict Resolution

When neighbors volunteer to serve on an HOA board, they do it because they care. They want to protect property values, strengthen relationships, and keep the community running smoothly. That same commitment, however, can sometimes lead to disagreement. A tough budget decision, a change to community rules, or even the tone of an email can create tension. 

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