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 your quality of life. Most Santa Clarita HOA’s hire professional property management companies to ensure their day-to-day operations are managed effectively, while others take on these responsibilities themselves. If you’re new to HOA living, here are some guidelines to help you understand your new community and make the most of what it has to offer.
Be acquainted with the rules
They protect your community’s property values, boost community harmony and enhance residents’ lifestyles, so make sure you understand them – ideally, before you buy your home or move in – to make sure these are policies you can live with.
Become a Participator
If you don’t like the rules, too bad – but that doesn’t mean you can’t work to change them. Join the Board. Board members usually serve for one or two years, and new board members are elected by a majority vote of members at the annual meeting. Too much commitment for you? There are tons of other ways to get involved. You can support your community – and meet like-minded neighbors – by volunteering to help with a project or joining a committee that interests you.
Be Friendly with Your Neighbors
You get to pick your friends, but not your neighbors. Even if you’re not the best of friends, it is nobler to try to resolve minor issues yourself – like asking your neighbors to turn down their loud music or trim their overhanging trees – as an alternative to instantly complaining to the Board. Remember, courtesy works both ways, so in the end, it’s best for everyone.
National Property Management Group has extensive experience managing HOAs. Our professional staff is knowledgeable about HOA management in Southern California, serving Los Angeles, Santa Clarita, Valencia, and the surrounding areas. We can manage your HOA properties for you so you have less to stress about. We provide innovative property management solutions that outshine our competitors. There is no property too large or too small that we cannot service.
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25115 Avenue Stanford A300
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 295-5966
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