by Josh Hurst | Jun 22, 2017 | HOA Accounting and Financials, Kuester Blog
Part of living in an HOA community is paying the fees that go along with it. These costs are something that homeowners should consider when buying a home to ensure that they budget accordingly. Finding the HOA community with the lowest fees is not always the best...
by Josh Hurst | Mar 9, 2017 | HOA Accounting and Financials, HOA Management, Kuester Blog
Joining the HOA Board can be exciting, but also a little bit daunting. After all, an HOA is a real business with a real budget, and its decisions impact all the homeowners within the community. Your work matters, and there isn’t always a lot of time to ease into your...
by Josh Hurst | Jan 13, 2017 | HOA Accounting and Financials, HOA Management, Kuester Blog
Proper funding is essential for the operation and upkeep of any HOA community. While dues can be a dreaded subject, ensuring that members are paying enough to cover everyday functions as well as major projects and repairs is critical. When fees are not adjusted...
by Josh Hurst | Aug 11, 2016 | HOA Accounting and Financials, HOA Management, Kuester Blog
Do a quick Google search, and you’re sure to find plenty of complaints about homeowners associations. However, the stories that pop up only represent a small fraction of those who live in HOA communities. There are thousands of people living in HOAs who love where...
by Josh Hurst | Mar 3, 2016 | HOA Accounting and Financials, HOA Management, Kuester Blog
Proactive Maintenance Can Cut HOA Costs Failing to keep up with regular maintenance can lead to costly repairs that come out of the HOA’s pocket. If reserve funds aren’t enough to cover emergency work, it could mean homeowners are subject to special assessments....
by Josh Hurst | Feb 19, 2016 | HOA Accounting and Financials, HOA Management, Kuester Blog
Keeping an HOA community running smoothly and efficiently can be an expensive undertaking. All of the common areas, amenities, community buildings, and more are under the care of the HOA. Regular maintenance and upkeep are important to keep these components in good...
