The Uncommon Area

The Uncommon Area


Latest Episodes

The Industry is Changing . . . How Will You Manage? | Ep. 57
April 15, 2024

Join our conversation with Mike Perlof on changes in the HOA industry. Why is there more manager and client turnover than ever before? How do managers avoid burnout? How has Zoom changed the relationa

Do Homebuyers See HOAs as a Strikeout or Home Run? | Ep. 56
April 05, 2024

Realtor and former MLB star Matt Luke discusses the impact of HOAs on homebuyers' decisions.

Stop Telling Boring Stories | Ep. 55
March 19, 2024

Katie Quesada sheds light on the importance of storytelling in every industry, including HOA management.

When HOAs and Hotels Collide | Ep. 54
February 27, 2024

A discussion with hospitality expert Kevan White on how hospitality services are important to HOAs and what good service looks like.

Dinosaur CC&Rs | Ep. 53
October 24, 2023

Are your CC&Rs from the dark ages? Even if they are only 10-15 years old, they might be. Attorney Sandra Gottlieb talks about what you need to know about updating your CC&Rs to minimize problems that

Board Communication by Email | Ep. 52
October 20, 2023

New California case law changes the restrictions for an HOA board regarding how it may communicate and discuss HOA issues by email. Attorney Jeff Beaumont discusses what boards should consider with th

Getting Your Insurance Budget Right | Ep. 51
October 13, 2023

The insurance market for HOAs is very volatile right now. Jonathan Naranjo from Newfront Insurance discusses how various kinds of HOAs should think about budgeting for these important premiums.

Common Budget Failures | Ep. 50
October 13, 2023

Attorney Jeff Beaumont discusses the legal ramifications of budgeting mistakes that boards commonly make. He dives into topics such as borrowing from reserves and special assessments.

How HOAs Can Prevent Homeowners From Getting Financing | Ep. 49
September 21, 2023

Dont let your HOA get into a position where homeowners cannot get Fannie Mae re-fis and mortgages. Attorney Jeff Kerrane addresses how to avoid this pitfall for your HOA.

Avoid Contract Catastrophes | Ep. 48
August 23, 2023

Missing something small in a contract can lead to a very big consequence. Attorney Sandra Gottlieb talks about how to avoid big mistakes in contracts.