Resale Disclosures
Are you selling your unit? You will reach a point in the process where you will need to order a “Resale Disclosure Package.” This typically happens when you have a Purchase Agreement in place with a potential buyer. The potential buyer has a legal right to review the Association’s Governing Documents, financial information, disclosure certificates, […]
Board Meetings are Not Brainstorming Sessions
Put simply – a regular meeting of the Board of Directors is a business meeting to make decisions and document approvals. That’s it. Period. So many Boards and Associations fall into the habit of treating a Board meeting as the opportunity to brainstorm topics, collectively review bids, debate homeowner concerns, etc. It’s natural. After all, […]
To Seal or Not to Seal?
One of the great construction debates is to sealcoat or not to sealcoat asphalt pavement. Let’s review the primary purpose of sealcoating and then the common complaint. Sealcoating asphalt (usually driveways or streets) provides a thin layer of fine aggregate, oil and minerals to help protect and “seal” the aggregate asphalt materials that make up […]
Types of Association Meetings
As always, each Association will vary according to the Governing Documents. There are three common types of Association meetings. It is important to understand the differences and functions they serve. Board Meetings – the most common type of meeting that many are familiar with. This is the regular business meeting of the elected Board of Directors. While […]
Understanding Insurance in an HOA
Understanding insurance in a multi-unit dwelling/Association can be daunting. What does the Association’s master policy cover? What does my personal insurance policy cover (usually referred to as an “HO6” policy)? Which policy kicks in for a particular loss? Unfortunately, there are a number of variables that makes it impossible to give a universal answer to […]
Board Tips: Overcoming Decision Making Paralysis
There is nothing more frustrating for members, managers, and even homeowners than a Board that is collectively stuck in the mud, endlessly spinning their wheels deeper in the rut of indecision. Rest assured, it is a common condition. Perhaps it is a large construction project, a delicate homeowner situation needing resolution, a complicated budget crisis, […]
Sharper Management Expands into the East Metro
Sharper Management, a locally-owned, mid-sized property management company located in Eden Prairie, MN has recently been brought on board to manage the home owner’s association for Baily’s Arbor, Kirkhaven Rhapsody at Bailey’s Arbor, and Primrose at Bailey’s Arbor. The Bailey’s Arbor townhome and condominium complexes were built in 2004/2004 and have 845 units between them. […]
Sharper Management a Proud Member of Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce
With headquarters in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Sharper Management is proud to be a member of the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce.”We believe it’s important to not only offer outstanding business solutions to our local community, but also become a part of the community through activities such participation with the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce,” said […]
Sharper Management Welcomes Brian Bruce as a Community Manager
Eden Prairie, MN, (July 22, 2014) – Sharper Management announced today the addition of Brian Bruce to their Twin Cities property management team. Mr. Bruce takes the position of Community Manager and will coordinate efforts across departments to assist Homeowner’s Associations in various areas of property management. “I love working in the property management industry […]
Sharper Team Helps Out at Bridging, a Local Non-Profit Serving Families in Need
Eden Prairie, MN, (July 22, 2014) – Staffers recently volunteered at Bridging, a local non-profit that provides furniture and household items to those in need. A group of Sharper team members helped assemble sheet sets, move furniture throughout the warehouse, and load orders headed to waiting families. “Part of our mission here at Sharper […]