NATIONAL: “It’s not always that we need to do more but rather that we need to focus on less.”- Nathan W. Morris. Fostering productivity is comparable to a need and want in conjunction with your goals. Your professional need to be successful What is your professional need to be successful i.e., laptop, working environment, and …
MAKOWER ABBATE GUERRA VOLLMER: When you’re shopping for a new place to live, you probably consider a lot of factors – location, schools, taxes, and the community itself. You’re essentially interviewing the neighborhood to see if it’s the right fit for you. But once you move in, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the association …
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NATIONAL: According to a recent AssociationHelpNow® livestream audience poll, 60% of participants said they get more compliments than complaints regarding social events they’ve held. However, managers, boards and committee members should be aware of some pitfalls these events present.We asked a panel of professionals who work with community associations about some of the more common …
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MAKOWER ABBATE GUERRA VOLLMER: Governing documents for Michigan community associations serve several functions. The foremost of these functions is to inform members and prospective members of the respective rights and obligations of membership in the association relative to the upkeep of the property and the operation of the community. Good documents serve these needs and …
MAKOWER ABBATE GUERRA VOLLMER: From frozen pipes, broken appliance supply lines, to roof leaks and leaking drain pans, in townhome and attached condominiums, these and other sources of water intrusion can quickly wreak havoc for owners and the association if not handled properly and quickly. Whenever you have organic material (such as drywall or wood, …
Financial Management, Adhering to a Budget and Financial Warning Signs Financial management is perhaps one of the most critical facets of a homeowners association. Financial transactions factor into day-to-day interactions in an HOA, with residents paying dues and vendors providing goods and services. The complexities of an HOA, however, demand a business-like approach to financial matters …
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Calculating Association Assessments Assessments are a common conduit of condominium and homeowners associations, as an intricate component in providing income for the operating budget and funding reserves for future community expenditures. Thomas Engblom, CMCA, AMS, CPM, PCAM, PhD, detailed for us what assessments are, how they are calculated, and how special assessments factor in. Of …
Disaster Preparation While every homeowner association hopes for a community that runs smoothly and safely, HOAs must remain aware of the possibility of disasters and dangerous situations in order to provide their residents with the greatest amount of safety and security. Thomas Engblom, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, ARM, CPM, PhD, outlined a plan of action for …
MAKOWER ABBATE GUERRA VOLLMER: The vitality of Michigan community associations is directly related to the quality of its volunteer board of directors. However, in this litigious age, potential directors may be concerned about the personal liability faced when their every decision may be questioned by countless other members. Confronted with that daunting prospect, interest in serving …
NATIONAL: Boards and Managers — Learn How to Get Your Life Back! The job of community manager is very demanding, requiring the ability to handle many varied tasks and situations simultaneously — all while keeping their communities running smoothly on a daily basis. A manager never knows what can or will come up on any …