Our homes do not exist in a vacuum. We live within a community along with other families that have similar needs. If we work together, then we can get things done more easily and efficiently than we could alone. That’s why community associations are created. These are charged with various tasks that ensure livability, cleanliness, security and well-being. These are composed of members who are voted into office to represent their constituents. While they decide on the biggest questions, the actual implementation is usually outsourced to a community association management company. These are experts who have years of experience in the following types of services:

Administrative Management

This includes the scheduling and coordination of board meetings. Important votes are made in these events so they should not be taken lightly. New home owners will also need to receive orientation and packages to get them started on the right foot. They should feel welcome and get all the information they need to live in harmony with others. Managers will also provide emergency services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They will push papers and do the leg work when it comes to government permits, business arrangements, and the like. They will enforce all of the approved rules and regulations. At the end of every time period, they will submit comprehensive reports regarding community activities.

Maintenance Management

Beauty takes consistent effort. Things don’t just stay pretty over time without the help of maintenance personnel. Community managers will get the best people to care for the upkeep of local parks, roads, pools, fields, and other shared resources. They will prepare the job orders, get the bids, and screen the contractors to find the right fit for each project. They will continually coordinate with the various approved contractors to make sure that the jobs are getting done as they should be throughout the year. Site inspections will be conducted to evaluate the performance of the workers.

Financial Management

The finances can be a big source of headache if not handled well. That’s why you should find a community manager that is fully transparent with all their dealings. This includes their handling of the annual budget, accounts receivable, accounts payable, staff payroll, delinquency collections, and so on. They should implement good accounting processes that traces every single cent that comes and goes. All of their financial report must be complete and submitted on time for review by the board as well as other interested member of the community. Do not settle for anything less as this is the community’s hard-earned money.