Greenbrook Condominium Association

What does it mean to be part of a community?

WordPress is known for its community. But what does it really mean to be part of the community? How does it affect you?

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

HOA Homefront: Are our reserves being handled properly?

Budgets should follow the HOA’s projected actual expenses and the reserve fund contribution prescribed by the HOA’s reserve study. Budgets should reflect reality, not wishes.

Here's What Goodwill Actually Does With Your Donated Clothes

Why Volunteering Is Good for Your Health

Think of it as a win-win: You help others and get a boost yourself.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

Checking the financial health of a condo association

Before you buy a condominium, certainly you'll check out the view, the closet space and the parking lot. But don't fall in love with the unit until you know the association is financially stable. A...

Can My Condominium Association Remove Palm Trees?

Question: Our condo board wants to remove 44 mature Foxtail palms that shade the courtyards of our 22 coach home buildings. They claim their roots threaten

Animals and Your HOA — The Straight Poop

Your HOA probably has some pet restrictions in place. But what can you really expect? Your HOA has rules for a reason. They protect you. They protect the organization. They make your HOA a more beautiful, pleasant place to live — at least that's the idea. This legal framework of regulations isn't meant to be overly restrictive. They aren't there to make you feel like you can't hang a wreath or listen to music without getting a nasty note.

Condo association versus homeowners association

Q: I am confused about the distinction between a "condominium association" versus "homeowners association" as it relates to Illinois law in general, and specifically, as far as insurance is...

How can our condo association get a neighbor to pay her condo fees?

Additional Information: I live in a 5 unit condominium building in Boston, MA. The owner of the unit next to mine stopped paying her condominium fees months ago. The condominium association asked…

Battling with your association will likely get very expensive

Q. After years of battling with my homeowners association, I am selling my condominium. I just received the "assessment letter" and it says I owe them more than $1,500, even though I am current with my dues.

The Most Important Condo Association Documents You’re Not Reading

Make sure you're reading the most important condo Association Documents to ensure you're not taken advantage of.

9 Things You Need to Know About Homeowners' Associations

Restrictive rules and high fees are just some of the things to watch out for before joining a homeowners' association or HOA.

Why Ethical Collections Really Matters For HOAs And Condominium Associations

Ethical Collections is about more than just doing the right thing. It is in the best interest of your association financials, and homeowner relations...

Is Your Fireplace Safe?

Maintaining your wood burning fireplace and having your chimney cleaned are keys to keeping your house and family safe.