Property Management Blog

Fiduciary Duty and its Importance in HOAs and COAs

In the state of Texas, living in a Homeowners Association (HOA) or a Condominium Associtation (COA) means placing a large amount of trust in your elected Board Members. Those who have been entrusted in managing your community's finances, maintenance, and rules are bound by so...

Guiding HOA Grievance Committees: How Dallas Communities Can Build Fairness and Unity

Every great neighborhood thrives on more than beautiful homes and well-kept lawns. The real foundation of harmony lies in fairness, respect, and communication. In Dallas , where residents value both connection and accountability, HOA Grievance Committees play an essential role in...

Can Your Tenant Run a Business from a Dallas Fort Worth Rental?

Can Your Tenant Run a Business from a Dallas Fort Worth Rental?As a rental property owner in Dallas Fort Worth, you'll inevitably get a tenant who wants to work from home. While being a remote worker is low-impact and is more and more what people are looking for, what about r...

Fort Worth HOAs: Smart Approaches to Handling Delinquent Fees Without Straining Neighbor Relations

Financial stability is the backbone of every successful homeowners’ association. In Fort Worth, monthly assessments fund the landscaping, amenity upkeep, and neighborhood improvements that keep property values high. When dues fall behind, budgets tighten and projects stall,...

What Texas Can Learn from Florida’s Response to the Champlain Towers Collapse

What Texas Can Learn from Florida’s Response to the Champlain Towers CollapseIn June 2021, a little after 1 am, the Champlain Towers South, a 12-story beachfront condominium in Surfside, Florida, collapsed without any warning, killing 98 people in one of the deadliest build...

Building Smarter HOAs: Digital Tools and Cyber Safety Essentials for Dallas Fort Worth Communities

In today’s HOA landscape, embracing technology isn’t just optional—it’s expected. Homeowners want faster communication, online portals, and transparent processes. For boards in Dallas Fort Worth, this means adopting modern systems to handle everything from...

Navigating Texas Master-Planned Communities and HOAs: A Homebuyer's Guide

Navigating Texas Master-Planned Communities and HOAs: A Homebuyer's Guide If you're house-hunting in Texas, you've likely encountered the term "master-planned community" (MPC) and noticed that, as a rule nearly all of them are governed by a homeowners' a...

Eviction vs. Holdover Tenant vs. Squatter: Understanding the Legal Differences in Texas

Eviction vs. Holdover Tenant vs. Squatter: Understanding the Legal Differences in TexasWhen a person occupies a Texas property without a valid lease, the situation can be more complicated than it appears. As a homeowner who is renting out a property or as a property manger the te...

Building a Strong Compliance Culture for Your HOA in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex

Managing a homeowners association (HOA) involves a delicate balance, especially even in communities of the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex, where diverse homeowner needs and expectations can sometimes lead to confusion or conflicts. To ensure the smooth functioning of an HOA, it&rsqu...

Texas HOAs & COAs: What You Need to Know About the 2025 Legislative Changes

Texas HOAs & COAs: What You Need to Know About the 2025 Legislative Changes The 2025 Texas legislative session has brought several updates that will directly impact Homeowners Associations (HOAs) and Condominium Associations (COAs) across the state. With new bills signed into...