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This week we explore how HOA Boards can prevent election disputes, follow state laws, and ensure a smooth, transparent voting process.
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HOA Elections shouldn’t be stressful, but for many HOA Boards they often are. In this episode, Robert sits down with Kurtis Peterson from The Inspectors of Election to discuss how associations can avoid common pitfalls during the HOA election process. From understanding your governing documents and navigating new California election laws to preventing liability and costly challenges, you’ll learn best practices to ensure transparency and trust in every vote. Hiring election professionals can save your community time, money, and legal headaches that keep your HOA Board out of court and your elections running smoothly!

Chapters:

00:00 How can HOA Boards avoid election chaos and ensure fairness?
00:49 What are the biggest challenges HOAs face during elections?
03:53 Why should associations rely on election professionals?
06:08 How does reviewing governing documents prevent election errors?
07:25 What happens when HOAs have been doing elections wrong for years?
10:07 How can professional oversight protect HOAs from liability and lawsuits?11:19 What best practices help boards keep elections out of court?
13:23 How do inspectors manage nominations, ballots, and certifications?
16:25 How early should associations start preparing for elections?
18:03 How have HOA elections changed over the years?
19:11 How do amendments and special assessments factor into elections?
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22:03 What are the differences between election service models?
24:34 How do costs and services vary for different-sized associations?
26:35 What’s the smallest and largest HOA election ever managed?
28:32 How can professional oversight reduce distrust in board elections?
30:39 Why should board members keep up with changing HOA laws?
31:07 How can HOA Boards contact professionals for election help?

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Learn how mission statements & vision statements unite your HOA board and guide better decisions.
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What makes an HOA board truly effective? In this episode, Robert Nordlund and Julie Adamen discuss how clear Mission Statements and Vision Statements transform how communities operate. Mission and vision statements can be guiding principles to improve communication, unify your board, and keep your HOA focused on long-term goals instead of daily chaos. We hope this conversation shows how to turn your community’s values into real results that foster connection, trust, and teamwork!

Chapters:

00:00 What is the purpose of an HOA’s mission and vision statements?
03:34 How do mission and vision statements complement governing documents?
05:40 What makes a vision statement aspirational and effective?
06:21 How does the mission statement become the roadmap to the vision?
07:21 Why should vision and mission guide community events and decisions?
09:45 How can HOAs shift from enforcing rules to fostering community?
11:27 What happens when a board develops these statements together?
14:30 How do mission and vision strengthen board cohesion and communication?18:58 Ad Break - Kevin Davis Insurance Services
19:27 How can a board start creating mission and vision statements?
21:43 What simple exercises help smaller HOAs get started?
23:16 How can words and phrases shape your community’s identity?
25:05 Why should these statements evolve as your HOA changes?
27:31 How do you keep mission and vision language current and relevant?
29:06 Why are slogans not enough to define your HOA’s values?
30:17 Why shouldn’t attorneys facilitate this process?
31:23 Who can help guide your board through creating these statements?
32:03 Why do mission and vision statements bring clarity and cohesion to communities?

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See how Florida’s new reserve funding legislation is transforming HOA law, board management, and community finances statewide.
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This week, Robert sits down with Marnie Dale Ragan, partner at Haber Law, to discuss the impact of Florida Reserve Funding Legislation and what every HOA board needs to know about the evolving HOA Law landscape. Marnie explains the post–Champlain Tower reforms to mandatory reserve funding, board education, and the importance of professional guidance so that Florida communities can adapt to new financial and legal realities. Learn what steps your board can take to stay compliant, protect your assets, and build trust through transparency and communication!

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Chapters

00:00 What impact did the Champlain Tower South tragedy have on Florida’s HOA law?
04:11 Why does Florida’s reserve funding legislation matter for all communities?
06:13 What are structural integrity reserves and why are they mandatory?
07:54 How does Florida’s new law limit a board’s ability to waive reserve funding?
09:43 Why is conducting a reserve study now legally essential for Florida HOAs?
10:46 How can volunteer board members rely on professionals for better decisions?
12:57 Why is transparency key to reducing conflict between boards and homeowners?
14:10 How is Florida addressing fraud and restoring trust in HOA management?
18:44 How are inflation and insurance costs shaping HOA budgets in Florida?
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20:40 What best practices should HOA boards follow to lead effectively?
22:58 Why is respecting other board members vital for community success?
25:42 How can boards and managers ensure fair elections and good governance?
26:12 What tools help boards improve communication and transparency with owners?
28:17 How can boards build trust and political capital with consistent transparency?
30:11 How can “floor captains” improve communication within large associations?
31:07 How did Marnie Dale Ragan become an expert in community association law?
33:54 Why should HOA boards rely on professionals for

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