“Always be prepared.” That simple phrase sums up the importance of funding and properly maintaining a reserve account. Accidents and surprise maintenance issues will inevitably pop up. When they do, the HOA that has been properly funding and managing its reserve account will be prepared to do what is necessary to protect the interests of the HOA and its members.
Our HOA lawyers have published a new article entitled “Association Reserve Accounts and Reserve Studies.” It covers the basics of reserve accounts and reserve studies, their importance, and the relevant obligations of a HOA and its Board. The article is available for download from our library.