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AB 1482: Examining The Tenant Protection Act Of 2019
On October 8, 2019, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1482, known as the Tenant Protection Act of 2019. This legislation enacted statewide rent
DRE vs BRE? The Right Abbreviation For California’s Department Of Real Estate
When the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) became the California Bureau of Real Estate (BRE) in 2013, it was a whopper of a
Which asphalt coating is best for HOA road repair?
Roads are an invisible staple of our lives, blending in with the hum of daily to-dos and errands. Unless, of course, the road you’re
California Housing Market Outlook for 2021
The year 2020 — the year of the pandemic — was a turbulent one, and California has felt its adverse effects. The state is
Cash flow or component funding: Which is best for a reserve study?
Preserving market values with sound financial management and informed budgets is a critical task for any board of directors. It’s common for board members
Dangers of an underfunded HOA reserve fund
At first glance, it’s tricky to see the dangers of an underfunded HOA reserve. Many HOAs often don’t understand the value of an adequate HOA reserve fund — until it’s too late!
Subdivision Names: How To Name A Community (Tips & Examples)
Naming a residential subdivision is never easy. You’ve not only got to make sure your name ticks all the right legal boxes, but you’ve
Reserve Fund Study: A Crucial Long-Term Budget Planning Tool
Reserve fund studies are a crucial long-term financial analysis tool for any Homeowner’s Association (HOA). Why? Well, a reserve fund study provides valuable long-term
Why You Should Never Neglect Your Reserve Studies!
Over the past 30 years of HOA Budget preparation and consulting, we have found that an alarming number of HOAs either neglect to have
