Pros and Cons of Buying a Condo: Is It the Right Move?

Condos can offer many benefits, but they also have unique qualities you must understand before buying. Read on to learn more about all the condo pros and cons.

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12 days ago

What's the Average Cost of Homeowners' Association Fees?

Using the most recent publicly available data from reputable government and industry sources, let’s break down what you can expect to pay in HOA dues and why fees differ so much between associations.

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about 1 month ago

Can An HOA Stop You from Painting Your House? The Truth About Architectural Controls

This article covers common architectural enforcement practices used by professionally managed homeowners' associations across the United States. It’s based on documented HOA governance standards.

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3 months ago

What Is a PUD? FAQs About This Wildly Popular Development

PUDs are thoughtfully designed communities that anyone would be proud to call home. Read this to learn what PUDs are, how they operate, the advantages and disadvantages of living in a PUD, and more.

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3 months ago

HOA Condos for Sale in Mexico: What You Need to Know Before You Buy

Many condos in Mexico have HOAs and experience the added benefits of managed community living. Read this to learn more about condos in Mexico and frequently asked questions about HOAs in Mexico.

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3 months ago

A Winning Parking Playbook For Any Community

In this ebook, we outline general HOA parking rules, break down the difference between private and public roads, and address guest parking, towing, and enforcement.

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4 months ago

Can You Decorate for the Holidays in an HOA? Important Tips for Homeowners

To get a better understanding of why HOAs have holiday decoration rules, what those rules are, and fines for decorating, read this article!

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5 months ago

Guest Policies: What You Should Know About Visitors, Overnight Guests, and Rules

Familiarize yourself with your community’s guest rules to ensure a warm and enjoyable experience for visitors. Keep reading for details on what a typical HOA guest policy entails.

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6 months ago

HOA A-to-Z: A Glossary of Important HOA Terms

For over 46 years, Associa has helped boards and residents understand their communities. Download this ebook to access a glossary of terms related to community associations, listed from A to Z.

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7 months ago

What You Need to Know Before Firing Up the Grill in an HOA

Preventing fires during grilling season is a top priority in all communities. Follow this guide to learn more about keeping grilling safe in an HOA.

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7 months ago

8 Insights: What HOA Boards Want Residents to Know

When we asked a community leader to tell us what they wished new residents knew about HOA board responsibilities, here’s what they had to say.

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8 months ago

Everything You Need to Know About HOA Pool Rules

Community pools can pose safety risks without proper rules in place. Each community is different and has its own unique rules, but for insight into general HOA pool regulations, read this article.

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8 months ago

Flag Etiquette: How to Correctly Hang the American Flag in Your HOA

Learn about an HOA’s authority on regulating flags, HOA flag rules, HOA flag etiquette tips, how to hang the American flag, and much more in this guide.

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9 months ago

Event Planning Secrets for a Successful Community Event

Taking the right approach to event planning can help HOA boards achieve their goals while sticking to their budget. Read on for insider tips on event planning for nonprofit organizations.

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