For years boards have dealt with misleading headlines about flags. Maybe headlines stating boards don’t like babies are next. Boards cannot say “No” to unit owner day-care centers. Washington State Senate passed House Bill 1199 that “prohibits homeowner associations…condominium complexes from banning or unreasonably restricting in-home day care operations,” from owners’ units. Direct access The …
Lawns in HOAs have always been a battle ground for boards and managers. There may be a new front line on the horizon — one over the use of chemical lawn treatments and gas-powered mowers. Trend banning chemical and gas-powered mowers Due to environmental concerns and potential impacts on health, there is a growing trend …
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In case of a burst pipe or other water-related emergency, knowing where the shut-off valve is can quickly turn off the water supply and prevent further damage. People sometimes waste valuable time looking for individual shutoffs when all they need to know is where the main shut off value is. The location of the water …
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Physical hugs are a known stress reducer. But, in the professional environment of managers and board members, this could be problematic. It’s easy to feel disconnected when physical contact is limited. This is where virtual hugs come in. Virtual hugs can have an influence on the stress reduction While they may not have the same …
Whispering is a natural and common way for people to communicate in certain situations. Whether it’s sharing a secret or trying to avoid being overheard, whispering is often the preferred method of communication. However, whispering between board members can give off the impression that they are up to no good. Whispering creates a sense of …
If you’re on the board, don’t whisper in the lobby Read More »
A spark arrestor is equipment that is put in place that reduces flammable debris like sparks from escaping a combustion source. An example would be a chimney. Some governmental agencies and community associations already require spark arrestors. Now, whether or not your city or town requires spark arrestors, your insurance company may or may soon. …
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The elderly man tells his son he’s running out for bananas. He comes back empty handed and his son asks why. The elderly man says, “They were green, so I did not want to risk wasting money incase I’m gone by the time they ripen.” Unfortunately, some have the same attitude towards reserves. Board members …
During a recent livestream I asked the panel: If the police want to look for someone on association property, should management let them in? Important: I’m summarizing from my perspective and not offering any form of professional advice. Always seek your own professional advice from licensed professionals. The police show up at the front desk …
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It is frustrating — your board consists of smart and common sense people. Yet, the board has made some mistakes that seemed obvious to everyone except them. Here are eight reasons why even smart boards make bad decisions along with some solutions: 1) It’s the same old line up The same board members consistently speak …
NY • SC: It may not as bad as that Star Wars movie, but as hobby drones become cheaper, more of them will hit the sky over your association. Industry professionals in our last two livestreams recommended creating a drone policy sooner than later. You can find links for both livestreams on this page. It’s …