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Washing your car may seem like a great way to beat the heat this summer while accomplishing something constructive on…

Your association is glad you’ve found a home in their community. The association presumes it has all the amenities you…

The curb appeal of your community depends on each resident maintaining his or her property as completely as possible. For…

We’re always talking about the association’s governing documents, but what are they? State Law Almost every state has statutes governing…

Do you have piles of clothes, papers and “stuff” collecting in your home? You’re not alone. It’s time to clean up that clutter and make your abode a more enjoyable...

From time to time you may hear that the board of the association operates in a fiduciary capacity for the homeowners. Or you may read about the board’s fiduciary responsibility...

In community associations, each board member is considered a fiduciary and is duty bound to act in the best interests of all residents, not his or her own best interests....

We all can just get along. The key? Communication. It’s often the best way to prevent and resolve conflict before it reaches the legal system. You don’t have to be...

Energy bills—like the temperature—always rise in the summer. But don’t fret: While there are big fixes* you can incorporate to make your home more energy-efficient, there are also many inexpensive...

Annoyed by the persistence of solicitors’ unwelcome knocks on the door? It seems like no matter what they do, they always manage to show up on your front porch. They...