Houston Condo Ownership Perks and Pitfalls

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 condo life. These monthly payments cover shared expenses such as amenities, maintenance, and insurance.  Before buying a condo, it’s important to fully understand the HOA fees, what they include, and what potential assessments (additional fees) might arise in the future. Rules and Regulations Living in a condominium often means adhering to a set of rules […]

What Does A Condo Association Insurance Policy Cover?

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Insurance, it is the ultimate necessity for any homeowner or condominium owner. While it’s easily something that the average owner can stress about, a board member of a condominium association is responsible for ensuring their individual unit and the shared spaces and amenities within a community are covered.  Condo association insurance is critical for your […]

Making the Most of Your HOA Membership

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Living in a Homeowners Association (HOA) can feel like sailing uncharted waters — exciting new horizons one moment, choppy waves of rules and fees the next. But before you raise the “No HOA Pirates Allowed!” flag, let’s shed light on these intriguing communities and equip you with the tools and association management guidance to navigate […]

Building Synergy With HOA and Property Management

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Property management is a multifaceted business that involves managing the day-to-day operations of residential, commercial or industrial real estate. Homeowners Associations (HOAs) govern the homeowners in a subdivision, planned community or condominium neighborhood and typically maintain the quality and value of the properties within these areas. Both entities are about maintenance and enhancing property value, […]

The Advantages of Hiring Houston Condo Managers

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Houston is known for its diverse and thriving real estate market, and condominiums are an increasingly popular, classic choice for homeowners. Living in a condo can offer a unique and vibrant community experience, but it also comes with a set of responsibilities and challenges.  Many condo owners may not be aware of the benefits of […]

Cultivating a Vendor Management Culture

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Managing your vendors isn’t limited to the members of the board — it’s a collaborative effort involving the entire community. Engaging your residents in the vendor management process can foster a sense of ownership and empowerment, resulting in a vibrant and united community.  By involving residents in vendor selection, gathering feedback and encouraging active participation, […]

How To Create An HOA Preventative Maintenance Plan

South Texas Neighborhood With An HOA Community maintenance is one of the biggest projects that an HOA board and its management team oversee. Although most HOAs are always prepared for a maintenance need to arise, some can be caught by surprise and experience unexpected expenses. At Chaparral Management, we approach every community we serve with […]

A Quick Look At HOA Neighborly Disputes

HOA Disputes Between Neighbors Although we’d love to create a community out of a neighborhood, it’s inevitable that there will eventually be some conflict among neighbors. While most resolution comes from neighbors simply talking it out, there are some extreme cases of harassment where an Association and community management team can step in and help. […]

What Do Your HOA Fees Actually Cover?

What Do HOA Fees Cover? Everyone knows that part of being an HOA member is paying community dues. Whether the payments are monthly or annually, they must be paid in order for your association’s board to put the money towards community projects and maintenance. Many owners view HOA fees as a negative item and feel […]

Myths

Top HOA and Management Myths That Scare Off Owners HOAs are popular entities that often garner unwanted attention from potential association owners. There are several unfortunate myths that house hunters tend to listen to that scare them away from the benefits of living in a properly managed association. Don’t let misinformation drive off excellent future […]