Fannie Mae's 15% Reserve Rule — and the Way Around It
Fannie Mae is raising condo reserve funding from 10% to 15%. A current reserve study is the documented alternative — but the rules tighten in August.
Georgia's SB 406: What Every HOA Board Must Do Before 2027
Georgia's new Property Owners' Bill of Rights requires HOA registration and rewrites collections. Part of it is already in effect. Here are the real dates.
The Handoff: What New HOA Board Members Need to Know
What new HOA board members need to know about reserve studies, fiduciary duty, red flags, and how to avoid costly mistakes in their first 30 days.
California's New AB 130 Law Caps HOA Fines at $100
California's AB 130 caps most HOA fines at $100 and bars late fees and interest, with a health/safety exception for boards.
Investing HOA Reserve Funds: Safety, Liquidity, Yield
How HOA boards can safely invest reserve funds: prioritize safety, liquidity, and yield with FDIC-insured accounts, CDs, CD ladders, and Treasuries.
California's Reserve Study Law: A Quick Guide
A guide to California's reserve study law for HOA boards, covering key Davis-Stirling Act requirements to ensure compliance and protect your community.
3 Critical Mistakes HOAs Make With Their Reserve Study
Learn 3 common HOA reserve study mistakes, like mishandling the funding plan and poor communication, that boards must avoid.
The True Cost of Delay: Dangers of an Underfunded Reserve
Delaying reserve contributions is costly. This guide unpacks the dangers of underfunded HOA reserves, from special assessments to falling property values.
