A homeowners association is designed to preserve the common welfare and the property values of the community. In a properly operated community, it does. In a poorly run community, it does not. The proper operating procedures are not difficult, but they are often overlooked or misunderstood.
This manual provides a step-by-step explanation of the requirements for meetings, membership voting, and the necessary parliamentary procedures. It serves as a guide to help ensure that the association carries out its responsibilities fairly and effectively.
You will learn: o the concept and purpose of a homeowners association o the rights and responsibilities of individual owners o how to run effective meetings o what documents you need for meetings o the rules of procedure and proper decorum o the role of the board of directors o the role of committees o how to set a budget and deal with finances and insurance o how to amend and enforce documents
In addition to the comprehensive text, there are 28 forms and sample documents?all you need to run an effective homeowners association.