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Welcome to Associa's Living Better Blog − the best place to read, watch and share the latest community association news, trends and best practices.
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Read NowFocus on These 4 Areas for Fall Maintenance Inspections
Get your home ready for winter by focusing on these maintenance areas as recommended by Mike Holmes, professional contractor and TV personality.
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Read NowPartner Post: How to Prep a Surface with Loose and Peeling Paint
The success of your paint job depends on the quality of the surface beneath it. Learn how to prep a surface with peeling paint with these pro tips!
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Read NowPartner Post: Interesting Ways to Integrate Technology in Your Home and Community
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Read NowThe Top 8 Tips for Boosting Board Meeting Attendance
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Read NowTop Tips for Pool Maintenance
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Read Now7 Ways to Make the Most of Annual Meetings
Annual meetings are important events in the life of an association, and making the most of these events takes careful planning.
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Read NowPartner Post: 3 Condo Association Board Burnout Remedies
Are you battling condo association board burnout? Try these remedies to try refreshing and reinvigorating yourself in your role on the board.
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Read Now6 Reasons to Build Relationships with Your Local Government
Local government can be a powerful partner for maximizing efficiency and engaging your community. Learn why relationships with government officials are key for reaping these benefits in this post.
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Read NowPartner Post: 5 Features to Include in Your Community Outdoor Living Space
Make the most of your community's outdoor living space by adding these features to it. Your residents will have more reason to spend time in the community while enjoying this amenity.
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Read NowPartner Post: 10 Timeless Flowers to Beautify Your Garden
Plant any of these time-honored flowers recommended by gardening experts to give your garden a classic look.
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Read Now5 Reasons Your Association Needs a Business Plan
Being selected to serve on the Board of Directors by your neighbors is a great compliment from your community members, but it’s also a big responsibility.
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Read NowTop 5 Ways to Avoid Board Member Burnout
It’s a great compliment to be selected to serve as a board member for your community association, but it’s also a big responsibility.
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Read NowPartner Post: Traveling Soon? Keep Your Home Safe with These Tips
Vacation is the time to unwind and get all of the relaxation you deserve.
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Read Now5 HOA Budgeting Terms You Should Know
Whether you just got elected to the community association board or you've served for years, these HOA budgeting terms will help you understand your association's finances.
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Read NowHow to Slow Down Speeding Vehicles in Your HOA
Tired of seeing vehicles zipping through your community? Try the expert-written tactics in this post to slow down traffic and make your association a safer place to live.
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Read NowShould You be "Friends" with Your Neighbors?
Social media is a great way to stay connected with people from all walks of your life — friends, family coworkers, neighbors, high school acquaintances and more.
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Read NowPartner Post: Growing Cacti and Succulents for an Easy-Care Yard
Enjoy a yard – or container gardens – that are amazingly easy to care for and colorful by growing trendy cacti and succulents.
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Read Now4 Things to Consider Before Removing a Board Member
It may come as a surprise to you, but occasionally a board member needs to be removed from the board.
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Read NowPartner Post: Boost Brainpower with Blueberries
Blueberries make everything better — pies, smoothies, salads and even your brain. Among the foods with the highest antioxidant content, they are antioxidant powerhouses.
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Read NowYour Cheat Sheet for Creating a Rules Enforcement Policy
Having a clear and consistent policy for resolving disputes will ensure that your association maintains a positive image with its residents and throughout the community at large.
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