Being on the board of a community association is no small task. You donate your time and energy to help your community and are rarely thanked for your efforts. The last thing you need is a Directors & Officers (D&O) policy that leaves you e…
Much like the constitution and laws of a nation or state, the bylaws and house rules of a condo, HOA, or co-op community are (or at least should be) ‘living’ documents that can be reviewed and amended in order to remain relevant, meaningful…
One longstanding challenge for shared interest communities is that of recruiting members to serve on the board and the board’s subcommittees. Given that these are unpaid volunteer positions, many residents prefer to leave the job to others,…
In a historic turn for national real estate policy, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act officially became federal law on July 11, 2026. The landmark legislation took an unusual constitutional path to enactment. After clearing the U.S. Sen…
I am often asked by the board members and property managers of my condominium and community association clients to attend open board meetings. I enjoy attending open board meetings because they provide an opportunity to observe how these as…
So you've decided to join your board. Good for you—after all, decisions are made by those who show up! Unless you already have a deep bench of administrative or governing experience, it’s more than reasonable to expect that there will be m…
Even the most harmonious, tight-knit community will eventually experience interpersonal conflict, whether it be between board members, neighbors, or staff members. Come learn how industry pros deal with 'difficult' personalities in a multif…
Join us for an upcoming session designed to equip property managers and board members with practical strategies to align expectations, understand a landscape contract and drive long-term value on you property. This focused, insight-driven p…
Organization and efficiency are earned. This presentation shares strategies designed to assist individuals in identifying their natural talents, as well as their natural hindrances, and then guides you in using those natural talents to opti…
This course reviews three primary options for funding capital-intensive projects. Participants will learn key funding theories and compare the advantages and trade-offs of each approach. The course also emphasizes the value of maintaining a…