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Types of HOA Meetings
Communication is essential for HOA governance. For a homeowner’s association to function smoothly and efficiently, the HOA board of directors must meet regularly to discuss the association’s operations; and owners must be allowed to me...
HOA Property Value Myths
Folks have lingering doubts about an HOA’s role in property values due to circulating misinformation. A common misconception is that you will profit from higher property values if you live in an HOA community. While an HOA can posi...
2022 Homebuyers Be Aware
Austin won't see traditional winter market breaks as we bring 2021 to a close. Single-family home rentals and apartment leases are beginning to expire and rental prices continue to rise. These factors make homeownership and regular monthly...
What to Expect in the Austin Housing Market This Winter
The cooler temperatures are coming to Austin this season, and the Austin housing market is cooling too! We all know that the past year has been an intense, competitive seller’s market, but it’s changing. Instead, it’s now a more mana...
Homestead Exemptions in Georgetown and Leander
In June, the city councils in Leander and Georgetown approved to increase its homestead exemption. Here’s what the new homestead exemptions are and how it impacts the real estate market.
Preparing an HOA Budget – Part Two
In part one, we looked at how to begin preparing an HOA budget. We discussed setting goals, looking at the current finances, and prioritizing repairs. In part two, we’re going to look at gathering figures and how to plan for the unexpect...
Preparing an HOA Budget – Part One
Now is the time of year that many HOA boards begin talking about their annual budget. If you’re looking at the numbers for 2020 and trying to plan out an appropriate budget for 2021, there are some steps you can take to make preparing an...
HOA Community Vendors
Choosing the right vendor for your HOA community comes with hours of research, dozens of phone calls, and important talks with your board and your residents. There’s a lot to consider, including costs, risks, reputation, and more. Let’...
