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Hiring a Contractor
Hiring a contractor for your Santa Clarita HOA may seem like an easy task. However, an HOA contractor should be used to keep your property and your legal standing safe. Before you hire a contractor, there are some things to consider. You should always utilize a...
Make the Most of Being an HOA Member
When you are living in a Santa Clarita HOA, being a homeowner or shareholder doesn’t always make you the final decision maker. Associations make rules that you and your neighbors must follow, but in return, they work to protect your interests, your investment, and...
HOA Parking Rules
HOAs commonly offer parking regulations to assist both the association and the membership’s needs. Whether you live in a condominium development or a single-family planned development, available parking will affect the specific parking restrictions that an association...
6 HOA Financial Reports You Need to Know
Homeowner Associations in Santa Clarita can involve lots of reports. Here are 6 financial reports that you need to know if you are part of a Santa Clarita HOA. Balance Sheet Your balance sheet consists of assets: Cash Accounts (as in your bank accounts) – You want...
HOA Late Dues and Partial Payments
One of the most challenging and frustrating parts of an HOA’s operations continues to be collecting delinquent assessments. Once the delinquent file has been forwarded to the collection company or the law firm being used by the HOA, it is the industry practice to...
Holiday Decorating for HOA Neighborhoods in Santa Clarita
December is here and the time to begin your holiday decorating comes with it. Holiday Decorating for HOA Neighborhoods in Santa Clarita may be a topic that creates anxiety for you as you get ready for the holidays. National Property Management has the tips you need to...
Santa Clarita HOA Board Annual Disclosures
Are you legally prepared this year within your HOA? You could find yourself in hot water if you do not understand what is legally required. HOA board annual disclosures are required to operate, no matter your location. In California, there is legislation to govern how...
Avoid Spooking Your Santa Clarita HOA This Halloween
Halloween can be a festive time of year families can enjoy. Countless homeowners get into the spirit by decorating their property and homes with decor. It’s your home, and as a homeowner you can do whatever you want, right? In some cases, yes, but if your home is a...
Home Upgrades to Increase HOA Value
A home is one of the largest purchases you will ever make, and like most homeowners, you want to keep their property looking beautiful not only for yourself, but also to increase your HOA home value in Santa Clarita . Upkeep is a regulation in most homeowners...
Homeowner Association Reserve Fund
In many cases, the reserve funds are misunderstood by the members of the homeowners association, as well as the members of the Board. There are some that view the funds as a type of rainy day fund that can be used if the HOA runs low in funds, while others understand...