Listen "108 | HOA Board Heroes: What Years on the Board Taught One Homeowner About HOA Success"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textWhat can years of experience on an HOA board teach you? Learn the long-term lessons behind great governance and thriving communities.✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/This week on the show we have HOA Board Hero guest Jan Newcomb, a dedicated homeowner who’s served her HOA board for a number of years. From budget battles to community culture, she shares what it really takes to build long-term success.Chapters From Today's Episode:01:01 Who is Jan Newcomb and why is she a board hero?03:20 How did Jan get started serving on her HOA board?05:18 What has Jan learned from serving on and off for 39 years?07:06 How do homeowner dynamics affect long-term board service?09:11 What are the top challenges board members consistently face?11:29 How can board members educate themselves on key topics?13:40 Why is maintenance planning critical for community trust?16:02 How do rental properties change HOA board priorities?18:55 What’s the balance between emotional input and logical decisions?20:40 Ad Break - Association Reserves21:10 How do good boards prevent financial struggles and assessments?23:27 What role does a sense of duty play in long-term service?25:48 How can boards improve communication with their homeowners?28:02 What motivates someone to return to the board again and again?30:20 What advice does Jan have for future board heroes?Podcast Links:Full Episode ListWatch On YoutubeEngage in the conversation! Call our 24/7 voicemail line at (805) 203-3130 or send an email or voice memo to [email protected] yourself or a Board Hero you Know!Board Hero NominationsBoardmember Merch Store!Connect with Hosts on LinkedInJulie AdamenKevin Davis, CIRMSRobert Nordlund, PESupport Our SponsorsAssociation Insights & MarketplaceAssociation ReservesCommunity FinancialsKevin Davis Insurance ServicesStokelight Video & MarketingThe Inspectors of Election
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