Property Management Blog

Rentals in an HOA Community: Key Restrictions to Know in Chicago

According to Chicago Agent Magazine, around 30% of homes in Illinois are part of a homeowner association. Property rentals in an HOA community can be a smart investment, but it's important to navigate the specific rules and regulations.Many homeowners may not realize how HOA ...

Home Owners Association Property Management: Best Practices for HOA Success in Chicago

Data from This Old House shows that the number of HOA communities in the US reached about 358,000 in 2021.HOAs are highly popular as they help residents enjoy a better quality of life. However, they often have a hard time keeping up with all of their responsibilities.A home owner...

Understanding the Role of an HOA Property Manager in Chicago

A recent YouGov survey reveals that 45% of Americans think HOAs have a negative impact on their communities. This mixed opinion may come from people's experiences or stories about homeowners' associations (HOAs). Many might feel upset because of a bad experience with thei...

3 Exciting Seasonal HOA Ideas for Your Chicago Community

According to a recent Homeowner satisfaction survey, 86% of Americans in HOAs, condos, and co-ops are happy with their communities. Even better, 72% say their manager adds real value. But there is still room for improvement.Communities grow by trying new ideas that engage residen...

5 HOA Manager Services That Can Transform Your Community

You're strolling through your neighborhood, admiring manicured lawns and well-maintained homes. The community pool sparkles invitingly, and the playground echoes with children's laughter.There are no disputes over parking spaces and no eyesores from neglected properties. ...

Why Choose Our Community Management Company for Your HOA Needs?

Imagine a neighborhood where the lawns are always manicured, the community pool sparkles year-round, and that one neighbor's rusty car collection mysteriously vanishes overnight. No, this isn't a suburban fairy tale - it's the magic of expert HOA management in action....

HOA Property Management Companies: Choosing the Right Partner for Your HOA in Chicago

HOAs can turn streets into blocks and neighborhoods into communities. It's no wonder that, according to the National Association of Realtors, an estimated 3000 new HOAs will come into effect by the end of the year.If you're starting a new HOA or revamping an old one, you ...

Association Managers: Empowering Communities with Expert Guidance in Chicago

According to Chicago Agent Magazine, nearly 30% of Illinois homes are part of an HOA. Our state HOA rate is over 8% higher than the national average. Naturally, our HOA homeowners have high expectations for what their HOAs can do.The only problem? A lot of HOA boards fall short, ...

HOA Holiday Decorating Do's and Don'ts: A Guide for Homeowners

Are you among the 36% of Americans who say that Christmas is their favorite holiday of the year?With the holiday season starting to enter people's minds, many homeowners look forward to decorating their homes. This brings joy to both residents and visitors.Those living in com...

From Payments to Documents: What You Can Do with Your HOA Owner Portal

Imagine a utopia 10000 years in the future. Everyone's constantly connected to the internet through bionic transplants. Anything they need projects from their digital armband.An owner portal provides almost the same experience for HOA members and managers. It allows easy acce...