Board Member Resources

Managing a homeowners association requires access to reliable HOA board resources that support effective governance and decision-making. Community Financials aims to provide board members with the tools, knowledge, and best practices needed to lead their communities successfully. From comprehensive training guides and governance tips to advice on managing board meetings and understanding legal obligations, you’ll find everything you need to navigate your role with confidence.

Explore articles that cover essential topics like conflict resolution, policy development, and board member responsibilities. Whether you are new to the board or a seasoned leader, these resources are designed to enhance your skills and support your efforts in building a well-managed and cohesive community. Whether you’re looking for ways to improve board efficiency or ensure compliance with financial HOA regulations, Community Financials here to support you every step of the way.

  • Condo & HOA Self-Management Support Services

    Do you currently self-manage your condo community or homeowners’ association? Do you wish there was support to make the job easier? Maybe one of your board members is stepping down or moving out of the community; maybe you are small and don’t have many people to help out; maybe you don’t have many unit owners…

  • Is Your Community Developer Paying Common Charges?

    Is your community a new development?  Is the developer managing the association or still on the board?  Are you hearing that vendors aren’t getting paid in a timely way?  Is the property starting to show signs of deferred maintenance?  These are clues that you should ask: is your community developer paying common charges? I have…

  • Recommendations to Prevent Cyber Theft at your Community

    An article titled “Real Threats” in the July/August Community Manager Magazine [Best Practices for Community Association Managers] highlighted the 2018 Survey of Cyber-security in Community Associations by the Foundation for Community Association Research.  To help your board we’ve summarized the main points from the 7 page report and the article in the following recommendations to prevent cyber…

  • Collection Best Practices for Condo Communities & HOAs

    Ever feel like your association budget would be just fine if it didn’t have to deal with unit owners that didn’t pay on time?  When some people don’t pay it can cause a lot of stress on your community’s budget.  To help we’ve put together a list of collection best practices for condo communities &…

  • Remote Financial Management – What is it and How Does it Work?

    Maybe you don’t have access to professional community association management services where you live.  There may not be enough business in your town to support a community association management company. Plus it’s not practical for a larger management company to be in every town in the country.  Similarly, you may not have access to a…

  • Community Financial Management Options: Pros and Cons

    Whether you are self-managed or considering self-management for your condo community or homeowners’ association you don’t have to go it alone. The Board has several options. Besides finding a solid volunteer Treasurer you can use a full service management company, a CPA, a bookkeeper or a specialty company to help.  Continue reading to learn more…