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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 to
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 also
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 financial
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 a
HOA Reserve Funds: When You Should (& Shouldn’t) Use Them
We know that financial operations like reserve funds present a unique challenge to your Homeowners Association (HOA). Proper budgeting and allocation of reserve funds can
Understanding Subdivision Sale Requirements
Let’s be frank – navigating the world of DRE can be confusing and convoluted. There are so many subdivision sale requirements and almost no resources
HOA Budgeting: Tips For Creating A Cost-Efficient HOA
Homeowners Associations (HOAs) are a vital part of a well-run, well-kept, and well-organized community. A good HOA ensures that a private community looks attractive and pristine,
This Week, in Economic News….
The U.S. Census Bureau reported a 22% jump in new construction housing over June, which was 23% higher than May. This is almost 10% higher than July of
It’s all in the ADVERTISING Name
When William Shakespeare’s Juliet said the famous quote,“What’s in a name?”, she was explaining how a name is not a big deal. While that may
A Comprehensive Guide To Subdivision Public Reports
If you are developing a subdivision in the state of California, you’ll need to obtain a subdivision public report before the units in your subdivision
Inflation
The U.S. Labor Department published its annual inflation rate today for the 12-months ending in July 2020. The Annual Inflation rate is 1.0%, up from
