x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas

Hosts: Robert Nordlund, Kevin Davis, Julie Adamen

We exist to help all 2 million volunteer HOA Boardmembers nationwide have the right information at the right time to make the right decisions for the future of their community association. Stay with us weekly for actionable insights that minimize stress, avoid catastrophes, and protect property values! Watch On YoutubeShop!HOA insights now has its very own merch store! Our team has whipped up some hats, mugs, T-Shirts, & more that we think Volunteer HOA Boardmembers are gonna love. We also offer

society & culture non-profit

All Episodes

40:01

139 | HOA Board Heroes: Where to Begin with HOA...

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2026/01/05

Send us a text Deferred maintenance doesn’t happen overnight. Learn where HOA boards get stuck and how to start fixing problems before they explode! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ Deferred maintenance quietly destroys HOAs long before anyone admits there’s a problem. HOA Board Hero Lisa Pieropan shares what happens when boards delay repairs, underestimate risk, and lose political capital with homeowners. Her community’s crumbling infrastructure &...

en-us

34:37

138 | HOA Board Heroes: Making our Vision & Mission...

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/12/29

Send us a text What happens when an HOA board leads with purpose? Learn how vision and mission statements transform decisions, trust, and community culture. ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ Most HOA Boards rely on rules and governing documents. The strongest ones rely on a clear Vision & Mission Statement. Paul Butler, board member and business consultant, shares how his newly formed HOA created a clear vision statement and mission statement to guide

en-us

42:01

137 | Tips for Recruiting New HOA Board Members

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/12/22

Send us a text Is recruiting new HOA board members seeming harder than ever? Learn in this podcast some practical tools to engage volunteers, reduce burnout, and build a stronger community pipeline! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ Struggling to recruit new HOA board members? You’re not alone. In this episode, Robert and guest Cathleen Dunn reveal practical strategies for outreach, engagement, volunteer progression, and preventing toxic candidate...

en-us

33:46

136 | When's the Right Time to Retire an HOA Committee?

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/12/15

Send us a text When should an HOA retire a committee? Robert and Julie show you how to learn the signs, best practices, and communication tips to keep your community thriving! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ When is the right time to retire an HOA committee? Robert and Julie break down how to evaluate committees, set charters, boost productivity, and transition members with appreciation and transparency. Learn how to refresh your HOA structure, improv...

en-us

34:54

135 | Deck the Halls: Reducing HOA Liability During...

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/12/08

Send us a text Holiday cheer can bring chaos in your community association! Learn how HOAs can cut liability, prevent fires, avoid disputes, and keep the season merry, bright, and safe! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ The holidays bring joy but also real risks for every HOA. Robert and Kevin break down the biggest liability traps of the season, from fires and slip-and-falls to parking chaos, fraud attempts, and unpredictable guests. Learn how clear gu...

en-us

34:40

134 | The Good, Bad, and Ugly of 2025 HOA Insurance

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/12/01

Send us a text Learn how HOA insurance is shifting in 2025, why premiums are stabilizing, and how boards can lower risk and costs! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ What’s really happening with HOA insurance in 2025? Robert & Kevin break down the latest trends shaping premiums, risks, and reinsurance markets across the country. From the impact of billion-dollar wildfires to the rise of “thermonuclear” you’ll learn what’s driving insurance costs and how

en-us

32:22

133 | How HOA Boards Can Avoid Election Chaos!

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/11/24

Send us a text This week we explore how HOA Boards can prevent election disputes, follow state laws, and ensure a smooth, transparent voting process. ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ HOA Elections shouldn’t be stressful, but for many HOA Boards they often are. In this episode, Robert sits down with Kurtis Peterson from The Inspectors of Election to discuss how associations can avoid common pitfalls during the HOA election process. From understanding your

en-us

35:12

132 | Mission & Vision Statements Every HOA Should Have

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/11/17

Send us a text Learn how mission statements & vision statements unite your HOA board and guide better decisions. ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ What makes an HOA board truly effective? In this episode, Robert Nordlund and Julie Adamen discuss how clear Mission Statements and Vision Statements transform how communities operate. Mission and vision statements can be guiding principles to improve communication, unify your board, and keep your HOA focused

en-us

36:35

131 | Florida Reserve Funding Legislation & HOA Law

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/11/10

Send us a text See how Florida’s new reserve funding legislation is transforming HOA law, board management, and community finances statewide. ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ This week, Robert sits down with Marnie Dale Ragan, partner at Haber Law, to discuss the impact of Florida Reserve Funding Legislation and what every HOA board needs to know about the evolving HOA Law landscape. Marnie explains the post–Champlain Tower reforms to mandatory reserve

en-us

35:52

130 | HOA Board Heroes: Managing a Huge Community...

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/11/03

Send us a text How one HOA Board managed a $2M Special Assessment with strategy, transparency, and teamwork. ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ A small 18-unit HOA faced a $2 million special assessment that could have divided the community. Instead, their HOA Board turned it into a story of planning, transparency, and perseverance. Terri Rene and her team tackled severe exterior damage, owner resistance, and financing challenges while keeping their community

en-us

37:43

129 | Do Older HOAs Mean Bigger Problems?

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/10/27

Send us a text Older HOAs face unique challenges that you might not be used to dealing with. Learn how aging associations can rebuild trust, handle rising costs, and plan for the future! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ Are older HOAs facing bigger problems? In this episode of HOA Insights, Robert Nordlund and Kevin Davis discuss the realities of aging associations. Older HOAs can face rising insurance rates and special assessments to trust issues between

en-us

38:01

128 | How the Right Bank Can Save HOAs Time, Money &...

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/10/20

Send us a text Learn how choosing the right bank can save your HOA time, money, and frustration! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ Robert talks with Gavin Nelson from Merchants Bank about how the right banking partner can simplify community finances. Learn how modern technology, check scanning, electronic payments, and integrated HOA software help streamline operations and boost transparency. Plus, discover how proper reserve management, FDIC coverage, and

en-us

38:21

127 | Top Traits of Great HOA Boards Part 2!

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/10/13

Send us a text Julie & Robert are back for a part 2 about the top traits of great HOA Boards! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ What makes an HOA board truly great?, Robert and Julie continue their discussion on the top traits of successful HOA boards. From holding productive meetings and maintaining credibility with homeowners to showing appreciation for volunteers and leading with empathy, this conversation dives into the qualities that turn good

en-us

36:57

126 | HOA Board Heroes: Dealing With Community...

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/10/06

Send us a text Today we hear from HOA Board Hero Michelle who dealt with a 2-alarm fire that affected 32 units at her community. ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ Robert spotlights HOA Board Hero Michelle Mansour from Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Michelle shares her journey of serving on an HOA board through a catastrophic 2-alarm fire that affected 32 units, lawsuits, management changes, and community challenges. Hear how her board built transparency,

en-us

33:40

125 | The Cost of Financial Mistakes for HOAs

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/09/29

Send us a text Could one bad financial mistake ruin an entire HOA? Find out! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ Robert and Kevin explain the real costs of financial mistakes for HOAs. From missing reserve accounts to late financial reports, they show why every board member must understand their association’s numbers. Topics include transparency, teamwork, building trust, and creating defensible positions when facing owners or lawsuits. Make sure your H...

en-us

39:43

124 | Timeshares are Associations Too!

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/09/22

Send us a text Did you know timeshare boards operate like HOAs? We explore why it’s important to know what’s going on at your timeshare! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ Learn More about Jason’s Company: https://www.arda.org/ This week we welcome Jason Gamel, CEO of ARDA, to explore how timeshares function as associations. Robert and Jason discuss board responsibilities, budgeting, maintenance, and the hospitality layer that makes timeshares unique. See how

en-us

38:09

123 | Top Traits of Great HOA Boards

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/09/15

Send us a text What makes an HOA board truly great? Learn top traits, pitfalls to avoid, and how boards build credibility, trust, and community spirit! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ This week we take a close look at what separates great HOA boards from the rest. Julie Adamen and Robert Nordlund highlight the qualities that build strong, trustworthy leadership: clear communication, professionalism, credibility, and integrity. They also outline common

en-us

34:38

122 | Can Your HOA Qualify for a Loan? Your Reserve...

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/09/08

Send us a text Can your HOA qualify for a loan? Learn why your reserve study is key to financing projects and securing better loan terms. ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ HOA boards often wonder: Can our association qualify for a loan? This Week, Robert Nordlund talks with lending expert Walter Block about how lenders evaluate HOAs. Learn why reserve studies play a huge role in approval, what factors like delinquencies and occupancy mean, and how projects

en-us

29:40

121 | HOA Board Heroes: Why Fairness & Listening...

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/09/01

Send us a text HOA Board Hero Dulce Warren sits down to explains why fairness & listening matter most for effective HOA leadership! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ HOA Board Hero Dulce Warren shares this week with Julie how fairness, listening, and ethics guide her approach to leadership. Dulce shares how she was tested leading on her HOA Board with tough issues like parking disputes and snow removal. She also explains how living and serving in th...

en-us

43:37

120 | DE-ESCALATE HOA Board Tension With These...

HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas ·

2025/08/25

Send us a text Lower the temperature at your HOA Board meetings! Kevin Davis shares his mindfulness tools to pause, breathe, and respond with clarity! ✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/ HOA Board tensions don’t have to run the show. This week Kevin Davis shares that he has special training as a mindfulness facilitator at UCLA. He shares practical ways to slow reactivity and make better decisions. Learn the STOP technique (Stop, Take a breath, Observe, Pr...

en-us

140 results

Similar Podcasts

Voices of Life

APG Mannheim

Promo Estereo Podcast

Promo Estereo

Talking Timelines Podcast

Talkingtimelines

גיקונומי

ראם שרמן ודורון ניר

Drømmefanger

Drømmefanger