HOA Finances

January 2021

When to Use Your HOA’s Reserve Fund

2022-05-06T12:01:41-05:00

HOA boards dutifully save part of each year’s revenue in a reserve fund for the association. But, what exactly is this reserve fund for, and how can the board ensure it is used responsibly? In

When to Use Your HOA’s Reserve Fund2022-05-06T12:01:41-05:00

December 2020

How to Keep Assessments Low in Your HOA

2021-09-09T12:52:37-05:00

How to Keep Assessments Low in Your HOA Member satisfaction is a key element to running a successful HOA, and raising assessments is not something most board members want to face. Assessments must be high

How to Keep Assessments Low in Your HOA2021-09-09T12:52:37-05:00

Explaining HOA Assessments to Homeowners

2021-09-09T12:52:40-05:00

Explaining HOA Assessments to Homeowners As our partner, we want to help you set your community and homeowners up for success. Timely and effective communication regarding assessments is one important way to get each year

Explaining HOA Assessments to Homeowners2021-09-09T12:52:40-05:00

October 2020

Accounting for Reserves

2021-09-09T12:54:34-05:00

Every homeowners’ association needs to have reserve funds set aside to help properly maintain the community and its facilities. Reserve funds are kept for major improvements to the association as needs arise over time. Community

Accounting for Reserves2021-09-09T12:54:34-05:00

September 2020

Preparing Your HOA for Tax Season

2021-09-09T12:54:36-05:00

As the end of the year approaches, we will soon be entering tax season. To help your board prepare for this busy time, SpectrumAM has put together some common questions regarding HOA taxes:   Where

Preparing Your HOA for Tax Season2021-09-09T12:54:36-05:00

Can an HOA Accept Donations?

2021-09-09T12:54:41-05:00

When running an HOA, there’s always a need for more funds. Even the most financially stable HOAs can always find ways to put more funds to good use. So, you may be wondering: Can HOAs

Can an HOA Accept Donations?2021-09-09T12:54:41-05:00

How to Avoid HOA Fraud

2021-09-09T12:54:43-05:00

Here at Spectrum Association Management, we love helping our customers navigate every aspect of HOA management. One topic that doesn’t get talked about enough is how to protect your association’s finances from fraud.   While

How to Avoid HOA Fraud2021-09-09T12:54:43-05:00

July 2020

What to Do with HOA Operating Surplus Funds

2021-09-09T12:54:51-05:00

Even with their many expenses, an HOA board may reach the end of the year and discover they have an operating funds surplus. This occurs when all revenue or receipts, which may include rents, assessments,

What to Do with HOA Operating Surplus Funds2021-09-09T12:54:51-05:00

May 2020

Should You Have HOA Investments?

2021-09-09T12:55:08-05:00

HOA board members must always act in the best interest of the community, especially when it comes to deciding whether to invest association funds. It’s a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly and must be

Should You Have HOA Investments?2021-09-09T12:55:08-05:00