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Although the housing affordability debate has been front and center for years, only recently has that debate included questions about entities buying up single-family homes as investment opportunities.  Leasing, short-term leasing, and especially the large-scale purchase of homes intended to be leased, has been a hot topic for community associations, their boards, member...

While the title may initially suggest a discussion about a child who “fails to launch,” becomes a lifelong dependent of mom and dad, and never leaves the basement, the intended focus of this blog is much broader. Feel free to remove the mental image of the stereotypical 37-year-old unemployed son playing Xbox in the basement with crushed aluminum cans, empty pizza boxes, pota...

The first few months of a new association, or a new management company’s engagement with an existing community, often establish the expectations and practices that will shape the community for years. A few simple steps at the beginning can prevent misunderstandings, reduce disputes, and make the transition much smoother. New homeowner and condominium associations often begin ...

This article is adapted from my conversation with Robert Nordlund on HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas, Episode 162, “Handle Conflict at HOA Board Meetings Without the Drama,” presented by Association Reserves on June 15, 2026. A link to the full podcast or video is available here: Community association board meetings do not have to feel like a courtroom, a city cou...

One of the most common questions asked by community association boards and managers is: “Can the board simply adopt a rule addressing a problem in the community?” The answer depends on the source and scope of the association’s authority. While most declarations grant boards some authority to adopt rules and regulations, that authority is not unlimited. In North Carolina, an a...