by Josh Hurst | Jun 6, 2019 | HOA Management, Homeowner Tips, Kuester Blog, Landscaping
The summer heat has come in full force in the Carolinas with temperatures consistently hitting the ‘90s and heat indices making it feel even warmer. While this can make it unbearable to be outside for any extended period of time, it can also wreak havoc on your lawn....
by Josh Hurst | May 30, 2019 | HOA Accounting and Financials, HOA Management, Homeowner Tips, Kuester Blog
One of the trickiest – and most hotly contested – parts of running an effective HOA is managing finances. This includes determining HOA fees which are what funds the association. Homeowners are often very opinionated about fees because these costs come directly out of...
by Josh Hurst | May 23, 2019 | HOA Management, Kuester Blog
Every HOA is run by a series of governing documents that outline rules and regulations for the community. However, the specifics will vary between associations. Rules that are in place for one development are not necessarily the same as those for the one down the...
by Josh Hurst | May 16, 2019 | Charlotte, NC Community, Community Profiles, Davidson, NC Community, Fort Mill, SC Community, HOA Management, Homeowner Tips, Kuester Blog
Spring and summer are prime times for severe storms in the Carolinas. As temperatures change and fronts push through, they can stir up strong winds, heavy rain, hail, tornadoes, dangerous lightening, and more. In addition, June is the start of hurricane season. Storms...
by Josh Hurst | May 9, 2019 | HOA Management, Homeowner Tips, Kuester Blog
One of the biggest gripes homeowners often have about HOAs is that they limit some of the changes they can make to their homes and yards. This brings up the question, do associations really need architectural review boards (ARB)? Shouldn’t homeowners be able to do...
by Josh Hurst | May 2, 2019 | HOA Management, Homeowner Tips, Kuester Blog
It can be exciting moving into a newly developed community. You’re the first one to own your home, you get to choose your lot, and you often have a say in what your new home looks like. Being an early buyer can have its perks. However, this also means that, chances...
