It is said that fraud takes motivation and opportunity. If both are not present, fraud cannot occur. It is hard to affect motivation, but managers and boards can control the opportunity. In today’s economy with foreclosures, tight credit, and job layoffs, diligence in watching and guarding association money is crucial. Below are some key thingsGo to Newsletter
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With an increase in the amount and type of information available online, many homeowners associations have turned to increasingly sophisticated means of staying in touch with members. Associations are now supplementing the traditional newsletter with password protected bulletin boards on association websites and blast emails notifying members of upcoming events. As a result, residents haveGo to Newsletter
Do I have the time to devote to my duties and responsibilities as a board member? Being a board member can consume significant amounts of time each month. Don’t volunteer if you don’t have the time to do the job right or can’t attend meetings. Do I work well with others? A board of directorsGo to Newsletter
We asked our attorneys to develop a list of practical tips for boards who are facing a recall vote. This list is not intended to cover the “legalities” of a recall meeting as much as it is to offer worthwhile and practical suggestions for a smooth running meeting and vote. Have legal counsel review yourGo to Newsletter
Discussions of controversial and even not so controversial community association issues are not always models of civility and reasoned political discourse. In this respect, the decision-making process in many homeowner associations does not differ much from what passes for intelligent debate in the halls of Congress today. Insults, name-calling, and allegations of evil intent areGo to Newsletter