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Run better HOA board meetings: Tips and tools for association managers

Buildium

As the governing body, the board is responsible for making decisions that uphold the community’s governing documents, maintain financial stability, and address homeowner concerns. This role includes preparing the agenda, facilitating discussions, and documenting decisions.

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Real Estate Title Claim Dispute Toolkit

American Apartment Owners Association

Title claims can involve such issues as gaps in the chain of title, fraudulent transfer of real property, forged documents, recording in the wrong county, mistakes in title documents or maps, ownership disputes, unrecorded interests, lender priority disputes, or partition issues, and lis pendens disputes. By Nate Bernstein, Esq.,

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A New Year Reminder: Strengthening Policies, Procedures, and Written Communication in Property Management

American Apartment Owners Association

Moreover, well-documented policies act as a vital defense mechanism during fair housing investigations, demonstrating that actions taken were in line with established guidelines. These documents must be living resources, regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes in legislation or operational needs.

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This Single Document Could Save You Hundreds of Hours and Dollars—Are You Using It?

BiggerPockets

If you're not, you need to start using this critical document. It's overlooked, but one of the best ways to secure financing, keep projects on track, and make the most of every transaction.

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Tip of the Week: Document Property Condition Before Tenants Move In

California Leasing & Management

One of the best ways to protect your investment is by thoroughly documenting the condition of your property before tenants move in. Here’s why documenting your property’s condition is a crucial step, and how it can save you from headaches down the road. Contact us at 661-294-8500 or visit CaliforniaLeasing.com to learn more!

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New 2025 condo and HOA laws for U.S. states

Condo Control

Owners living in California can elect directors and amend governing documents using electronic secret ballots as of January 1, 2025. HOAs were not specifically mentioned in HB 1237, but Senate Bill 398 did state that “each association shall designate on its website” certain documents. The policy must be posted on the POA’s website.

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ADDA.io’s Estate Managers Workshop 2025

ADDA

Vinod delved into the critical responsibilities of estate managers during the property takeover process, emphasizing the importance of thorough documentation, asset management, and vendor relations. Digitize with Visuals : Use diagrams and pictures to document electrical systems and assets for easy reference.