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Strengthen Your Community’s Cybersecurity by Engaging IT Professionals

by leveraging expert knowledge and implementing robust technology solutions, communities can prevent breaches, ensure compliance, and build trust with residents.
sks effectively. IT professionals can help by: Conducting security audits
https://neighborhood.online/blog/strengthen-your-communitys-cybersecurity-by-engaging-it-professionals

How to Develop a Cybersecurity Plan for Your Community Association

Cybersecurity is no longer just a concern for corporations—community associations, including HOAs and condo boards, must take steps to protect resident data, financial transactions, and digital communications from cyber threats. Without a cybersecurity pl…
s digital landscape: Identify all software platforms and o…sure to cyber threats. Learn why this matters: Separating Accounting and HOA Management Sof
https://neighborhood.online/blog/how-to-develop-a-cybersecurity-plan-for-your-community-association

Why Cybersecurity Insurance is Essential for Community Associations

This post explores why cybersecurity insurance is essential for community associations and how it can safeguard against potential risks.
HOAs should implement best practices such as: Regularly updating software and secur
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Minnesota Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Rein in HOAs

The bill, known as HF1268/SF1750, seeks to address longstanding concerns by mandating clearer communication and equitable practices between HOA boards and residents.
and residents. Key Provisions of the Bill: Transparency in Fines and Fees…: HOA boards would be required to create and d…t potential charges. Right to Contest Fines: Homeowners would have the explicit right to
https://neighborhood.online/blog/minnesota-lawmakers-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-rein-in-hoas

How to Educate and Train Board Members on Cybersecurity Best Practices

Learn how to educate and train HOA board members on cybersecurity best practices to protect community data and prevent security breaches.
ats and best practices. Training should cover: Recognizing phishing emails and scams… A formal cybersecurity policy should outline: Data access and storage protocols S
https://neighborhood.online/blog/how-to-educate-and-train-board-members-on-cybersecurity-best-practices

How the Treasury’s Corporate Transparency Act Suspension Impacts HOAs

The U.S. Treasury Department’s recent announcement to suspend enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) against U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies marks a significant shift in regulatory requirements for businesses and organizations,…
takeaways for community associations include: No More Reporting Requirements…: HOAs no longer need to submit beneficial own…hip reports to FinCEN. No Risk of Penalties: Any potential fines or legal consequences re
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The Role of Community Governance in Building Strong Associations

Key benefits of strong governance include: Clear decision… including: Covenants…communities stronger. More helpful reads: HOA Quorum
https://neighborhood.online/blog/the-role-of-community-governance-in-building-strong-associations

Community Association Governance

Discover essential HOA governance best practices, including transparency, resident involvement, board responsibilities, and conflict resolution strategies.
governed association: Ensures compliance with governing doc… open and transparent. Best practices include: Holding regular board meetings with p
https://neighborhood.online/blog/community-association-governance

Santa Clara HOA Lawsuit: A Landmark $1.8 Million Award for Deception and Negligence

In what is being called the largest financial award ever in a California HOA lawsuit, a Santa Clara couple has finally won their years-long battle against their homeowners' association (HOA) after uncovering an abandoned artesian well beneath their condo.
by the HOA. HOA Negligence and Deception: A Systemic Failure Instead of swiftly ad…do. Silicon Valley News. Retrieved from https:
https://neighborhood.online/blog/santa-clara-hoa-lawsuit-a-landmark-1-dollars-8-cents-million-award-for-deception-and-negligence

Check Out The Recent Redfin Article We Are Featured In

Redfin asked the green-thumb experts, who shared what botanical beauties will have your curb appeal standing out from your neighbors, ensuring your home looks amazing all year.
the recent Redfin article we were featured in: Enhancing curb appeal is a priority for …zing all year. Read the full article here: Perennial Flowers and Plants That Provide La
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