Rental Management Program
Tracking rental properties within an Association has long been a challenge to both Management and to the Board. “Managing” those Owners that choose to rent by ensuring they abide by any policies the Association might have regarding renting is even harder. It goes beyond the scope of the Management Agreement, and certainly adds further burden […]
The Importance of Loss Assessment Coverage
Insurance in an Association can be confusing. One important distinction in your personal homeowner policy package (commonly called an “HO6” policy) is Loss Assessment Coverage. This coverage is typically different from your “Real Property Coverage.” Real Property Coverage should cover your personal contents, coverage of building construction items like flooring and walls that may NOT […]
Board Tips: Make Your Meetings Matter
There’s no denying that we live in a culture of meetings. The ease and accessibility of virtual meetings have furthered exasperated the reactionary notion of “let’s get together to talk it through.” As we approach the spring/summer season and the cadence of Board meetings increase, step back and consider two things – Frequency and Productivity. […]
Sharper Scramble Golf Tournament – July 26th
Mark your calendar for the 8th Annual Sharper Scramble Golf Tournament, to be held Friday, July 26th at Boulder Pointe Golf Club in Elko. This FREE day of food, fun, fellowship and golf is Sharper’s way of showing our appreciation to you – our valued client – to our Sharper staff and to our trusted […]
Board Training Opportunity – April 24th
The second in the quarterly series of Board Training opportunities will be held on Wednesday, April 24th, 6 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Plaza, 2nd Floor Training Room at 7900 Xerces Avenue in Bloomington, MN 55431. The 90-minute session will be led by director of business development and education, Josh Reams, CMCA, AMS, PCAM. This […]
Communication is Key: Forging Stronger Communities through Effective HOA Communication
The Foundation of Community Harmony Effective communication lies at the heart of a thriving Homeowners Association (HOA). In this blog post, we will delve into the critical role of clear and transparent communication within an HOA, exploring why it is the foundation for building stronger, more harmonious communities. The Significance of Clear Communication in HOAs […]
Sharper Gives Back
Each year Sharper chooses a cause or organization that will be the benefactor of this annual event. MMRF is a wonderful organization that is “commitment to advancing health equity so that all myeloma patients can benefit from the scientific and clinical advances we pursue. Since our inception, the MMRF has committed over $500 million for […]
A Look Ahead to 2024 & Back at 2023
2023 has been another great year for Sharper Management! To name just a few successes— Continued growth in welcoming 31-new clients. In doing so, we passed a milestone of 200 associations managed. We also continue a strong retention rate of existing clients. We opened a satellite office in Maple Grove. This summer we rolled out […]
2024 Sharper Event Calendar
Mark your calendars for the following Sharper events, which are all free to you as a valued client and Board member. Board Training Opportunity – January 24 The first in our quarterly Board Training sessions will be Wednesday, January 24, 2024, 6 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Plaza, 2nd Floor Training Room at 7900 Xerces […]
Sharper Management For Your Minnesota HOA
Living in a homeowners’ association (HOA) community can be an enriching experience. These communities offer not just a place to live, but a sense of belonging and shared responsibility. To make this experience truly exceptional, efficient property management is essential. One company that excels in this area is Sharper Management. In this blog post, we’ll […]