Misconceptions about Property Values
Like almost every community in the country, our association is feeling the pinch in the housing market. We’d like to dispel a few common misconceptions about what contributes to the rise and fall of property values. Assessments are too high False. Actually, assessments have nothing to do with property values, and high assessments will not […]
Too Much Noise!
Noise is a concern for every resident and because you live in a community, it’s important to understand that some degree of noise is to be expected. At the same time, residents need to consider the consequences of their noisy behavior. To keep everyone happy and maintain civility among neighbors, the association asks that you […]
What Do Residents Think?
You are among the more than 60 million Americans who live in homeowners associations and condominium communities. We think most residents are happy living in our community—and we certainly hope you are among them—but how do these 60 million residents feel about their own associations? Are they happy with their elected boards? How do they […]
What’s So Great About Community Associations?
Community associations offer one of the best opportunities for Americans to own their own homes. They are for the 21st century what land grants were in the 19th century, and what the New Deal and GI Bill were in the 20th. Why? Collective Management Protects Value Americans have accepted, for the most part, the collective […]
Are the Community Rules Reasonable?
The association has a number of rules and regulations that we ask you to observe so we can all maintain our property values and quality of life. We always try to be reasonable with our rules by following the guidelines below. If you believe a rule fails the “reasonable” test, let the board know at […]
Who Lives in a Community Association?
The community association lifestyle attracts all kinds of residents; varying in age, income, career, and family status: Empty nesters: People without children or whose children have grown up and moved out are attracted by the low-maintenance, amenities and security of community association living. Working couples: Double-income couples can afford traditional homes, but many prefer community […]
Stop that Barking!
Dogs left alone all day get bored and restless, and many find relief in barking. Some respond noisily to any and all activity. But, nothing is as annoying as incessant barking—even for dog lovers. If your dog is a yapper or a yowler, please consider some of these bark-abatement ideas to keep the noise down […]
Here’s What HOA Residents Have to Say
Americans who live in community associations are overwhelmingly pleased with their communities, expressing strong satisfaction with the board members who govern their associations and the community managers who provide professional support. More than seven in 10 community association residents expressed satisfaction with their community experience, according to a survey conducted by Zogby International, a leading […]
