Typically, an HOA saves money by cutting back on all expenses, but this is not always practical. It is essential to look at the HOA’s budget, identify items where the association is overspending, and adopt strategies to ensure financial health. Saving money is essential in current times when inflation and costs seem to be rapidly…
Proper HOA budgeting is an association’s first defense against financial trouble. When an HOA has a clear and specific game plan, operations flow much smoother. Unfortunately, not all board members know how to budget for their HOA community. Several factors are to consider and some key actions may get overlooked. What Is an HOA…
The coronavirus outbreak has financially impaired Americans nationwide, affecting homeowners associations in the process. To avoid financial ruin, it is imperative to learn how to modify your HOA budget during the pandemic. The Importance of Adjusting Your HOA Budget During the Pandemic When COVID-19 first came onto the scene, many thought it would run its…
It is not often that homeowners associations encounter excess operating funds in their budget. But, in the event that you do, you must know the proper way to deal with them. Here is everything you need to know about HOA surplus funds. What to Do With HOA Surplus Funds A lot of factors can…
Preparing your homeowners association annual budget takes a lot of time and effort. But, HOA budget presentation is an entirely separate undertaking — one that not many people know how to do. Thankfully, there are some tips you can adopt to effectively present HOA budgets to your community. Present HOA Budgets the Right Way…
Proper HOA board budgeting is crucial in keeping an association operating year after year. However, issues may come up in a self-managed board with no financial experts in the team. HOA board budget mistakes can lead to serious conflicts between the HOA board members and homeowners. It’s the last thing any HOA management team wants…
Winter is a wonderful time of the year, but it can also give rise to unexpected expenses for an association. HOA managers must think ahead and make sure the HOA snow removal budget is up-to-date. This way, you can ensure a community runs smoothly even during the cold months. Planning for HOA Snow Removal…
Having the finances well-organized in your community association is essential to maintain a great reputation amongst current and future residents. Many HOAs are not responsible with their finances, which causes them to not operate at their maximum potential. If you want to avoid money problems down the road, consider these financial tips for an HOA.…
A homeowners association budget is essential for the success of your community, but HOA budget planning isn’t easy. You need to organize your finances to cover all maintenance costs, capital improvement projects, and other community expenses. A proper community association budget keeps property values high and ensures the well-being of your residents. Here are important…
Managing your HOA budget is no easy feat. Many HOA boards are learning how to manage the community association budget as they go along. As a result, budgeting mistakes can become a regular part of HOA budget management in your community. However, community association budget management does not need to be a costly learning experience…