Dues & Donts: straight talk for HOA boards.
Practical guidance for board members and homeowners - on switching management companies, spotting bad management, understanding costs, running better meetings, and everything in between. The same brand as our podcast, so every episode has a home here too.
Read the Dues & Donts library
HOA Management RFP Template
Copy-ready RFP with the fee-disclosure questions most boards forget to ask.
HOA Violation Letter Template
A three-letter sequence that gets compliance without losing the neighborhood.
Your HOA manager got acquired?
Local firms are being rolled up into nationals. What to do when the service you signed up for slips.
Read →GuideHOA management RFP & renewal kit
The renewal checklist, the questions that matter, and the red flags - so you compare proposals fairly.
Read →GuideIs your self-managed HOA ready to go pro?
The signs you have outgrown DIY - and how to bring in a manager without losing board control.
Read →GuideAI in communities: the good, the bad & the ugly
Where AI genuinely helps HOA and condo boards, where it falls short, and the legal risks to weigh first.
Read →GuideHow to switch HOA management companies
The 6-step process, notice periods, and how to make a transition painless.
Read →Guide7 signs of bad HOA management
The warning signs boards ignore - and what good management looks like.
Read →GuideHow much does HOA management cost?
Per-door pricing, what drives it, and how to avoid hidden fees.
Read →GuideHOA board meeting minutes: a complete guide
What to include, what to leave out, and how AI drafts compliant minutes fast.
Read →GuideSelf-managed vs. professional HOA management
When volunteering stops scaling - and how to compare the real costs.
Read → FAQFrequently asked questions
Everything boards ask about Linc, the Free Trial, pricing and switching.
See FAQ →HOA & Condo Board Questions Answered
Plain-English answers to what boards Google most - foreclosure, reserves, fines, records & elections.
The Dues & Donts podcast
Real conversations about running better communities. Every episode becomes a post here - searchable, shareable, and packed with board-tested advice.