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The seemingly never-ending increase in prices of goods and services is affecting more than our personal pocketbooks. It is also affecting the way POAs budget and approach vendor contracts. As POAs have to be more mindful of costs and search for, or renew, vendor relationships, it is important to have a request for proposal (RFP)Read more

POA board members are faced with interesting challenges. They are unpaid volunteers who, for most, give up their time with the goal to better their community for everyone. These thankless roles can often feel like fighting a war any time there is a meeting or action that needs to be taken. However, by letting theRead more

Warmer temps are finally here and after hours of scrolling through garden setups and DIY videos on TikTok, homeowners may be feeling inspired to add on or remodel the exterior of their homes and update their landscaping. But how can a property owners association (POA) ensure that owners do not move forward with a remodelRead more

POA Law 101: The Texas Property Code Chapters All Community Managers and Board Members Need to Know The POA industry is filled with policies, rules and regulations. As self-governing entities, POAs adopt governing documents, bylaws and more that outline the expectations for all residents. But it is not just the residents that have to followRead more

The calendar turning to November and cooler temperatures filling the air can only mean the holidays are around the corner. Soon, the sounds of sleigh bells will be ringing in many communities across Texas. But, before Santa comes to town, there are a few things managers and board members should be mindful of and considerRead more

Emotional support animal. A phrase that causes headaches for many community managers and board members. As more people have attempted to push the boundaries of what constitutes an emotional support animal, the way POAs govern emotional support animals has evolved with further understanding of the issue and further clarification through the courts, the Department ofRead more

Texas POA Law: The Cliff Notes Version The Texas POA industry is full of knowledgeable groups of professionals, including community managers, board members and others who need a working knowledge of the laws governing the industry. This can be a daunting task for many first coming into the industry as to where to begin. Therefore,Read more

Social media grips many people’s daily life like a vice. For most, they can only go minutes before the urge to scroll takes over on one of the various social media apps, but that urge has also brought with it other negative actions. Specifically, an increasing need to engage others online in an aggressive nature.Read more

Communication is a key component in the success of a property owners association. By ensuring that the members are fully informed on the management of the community and potential issues that may be occurring can prevent potential long-term problems. This communication often occurs during the normal course of a board meeting. An important component inRead more

The advance of technology has had a great impact on the way businesses perform their day-to-day functions. Emerging software and other technology enhancements have increased efficiency and performance across a multitude of industries, but it has opened up new vulnerabilities to cyberattacks. Property owners associations (POAs) and management companies are particularly vulnerable due to theirRead more