Inflation is an economic force that affects everything, from household expenses to the long-term financial planning of homeowners associations (HOAs). For HOAs, reserve planning is particularly vulnerable to inflationary pressures, as rising costs for materials, labor, and services directly impact the ability to fund major projects.
While reserve funding legislation aims to address the growing issue of underfunded community associations, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. Achieving financial stability requires proactive planning, a realistic understanding of costs, and collaboration between boards, professionals, and homeowners.
A successful HOA reserve funding plan balances the need for long-term financial stability with the realities of today’s budget constraints. By aligning future project costs with adequate contributions, associations can avoid special assessments and maintain property values.
We are happy to report that Fannie Mae has created a new online tool to help associations become aware of their “Fannie Mae” eligibility status. Being “Fannie Mae Qualified” is important, as it allows individual consumers to get the most attractive mortgage terms (rates).
How do you know if your reserve fund is enough? Are you prepared for major repairs? Today we’ll give your HOA board the tools you need to assess your HOA reserve fund strength and make informed decisions.
Board members and managers sometimes ask us how to effectively communicate the results of their Reserve Study to homeowners, or how to “sell” the value of a Reserve Study to their homeowner members. So please see the template “open letter” we’ve created for you below.
