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Menas Realty Company is proud to announce we been awarded the management contract for Urania 4 Homeowners Association. Urania 4 is a 4 unit, single family home community located in Leucadia and built by Hallmark Communities.

What Does a Homeowners Association Do? If you are looking to move into a neighborhood or condo community, or if you have just recently relocated into one, you may have noticed that there is a governing body within the community that is made up of residents from that community. This is what is known as a homeowners association, and they are the management body for residential areas in San Diego and elsewhere. If you have never come in contact with one before, you may be confus...ed as to what their purpose and duties actually are. Read on to find out what these boards are all about. Their Purpose A homeowners association (HOA) oversees the property on behalf of all the residents. To simplify this concept, there are four basic responsibilities for an HOA: making rules, holding meetings, controlling finances, and managing maintenance. Let’s start with making the rules. Just like any governing body or private organization, there are certain rules and bylaws which every member (or resident, in this case) is expected to follow. Ideally, these regulations are put in place to keep peace and order within the community. The HOA board is responsible for setting and approving these rules, as well as making sure they are followed, carrying out disciplinary action if they are not, and hearing and addressing any concerns from residents about these regulations or those that are breaking them. That is where the next responsibility comes in: meetings. These are times for concerns and issues to be brought up and addressed with members of the community, and the board also votes on issues, actions, and changes to regulations. This is also where new members can be voted onto the board by the community. Next is finances. It takes money to be able to pay for the amenities within a community, such as a community pool or gym. Therefore, the board has to set the budget in order to cover all of these things, along with maintenance, utility bills, and so on. The most immediate impact this has on residents is the monthly fee they must pay while living there, and the HOA is the one who sets that fee. Part of what the finances pay for is maintenance of the residential area, which is the final basic responsibility of an HOA. This does not just cover the trash removal for the community; it also deals with arranging for inspections, negotiating with contractors for certain maintenance tasks, and responding to emergencies that may arise within the neighborhood. The HOA takes care of all of this. As you can see, an HOA has a lot on their plate in running a neighborhood or complex. Some particularly savvy boards decide to hire homeowners association management firms in San Diego or elsewhere to take care of some of the bigger tasks that come with managing properties.

Improving Curb Appeal For A More Valuable Property Curb appeal speaks volumes about a home because the front entrance is the first contact that people have with a property. One way that an HOA management firm in San Diego can help owners to improve the value of their houses is to work on the curb appeal. Whether it’s a condominium, townhouse, house, or apartment complex, property owners can find various ways to boost the curb appeal and add life to the place. The property fro...nt has to leave an impression that tells guests to expect something just as great when they get inside. The extent of the improvements will depend on how much a homeowner is willing to spend. Expose The Architecture When a property is designed beautifully on the exterior, letting it shine will only improve its curb appeal. Having too many planters in the front yard or lawn can sometimes obstruct the exterior of the building. A home with a nice patio, attractive backyard, or customized mailbox should let visitors see it. For front-facing windows, a homeowner can add colorful shutters to boost the exterior décor. Keep It Green A few planters, flower boxes and flower bushes can transform a house considerably. Homeowners have limitless DIY ideas to try out when it comes to adding some plants at the front of a property. The secret is not to have them overgrow such that they look unkempt or hide some of the flattering features of the house. One can also plant a tree or shrub if the space allows it. Landscape A professional landscaper can do wonders to the exterior of a home. DIY gardening projects may be fun, but expert landscaping brings the outdoors to life. For a house with a lot of space to work with, a landscaper can plant a beautiful lawn, pick the right perennials and annuals to for the garden and blend in the outdoors with the rest of the property. A homeowner should, however, find out first from their HOA management office in San Diego which regulations apply when landscaping. Homeowners associations have rules about what members can and cannot do and learning them prevents conflicts. Get The Right Fence Using a fence to increase curb appeal applies to specific types of properties like single-family houses and cottages. Even if it doesn’t offer privacy, a charming wooden picket fence can give a home a vibrant feeling. The fence does not have to be at the front of the property; it can be fitted on the side if that influences the curb appeal. For stately homes that require large fences, wrought iron is always a safe choice. Curb appeal can affect the value of an entire neighborhood. HOA management services in San Diego can assist homeowners in enhancing the outdoor appearance of their properties thus, boosting value. The right improvements like a few planters or a clean yard can achieve this.

Menas Realty Company is proud to announce that we have been awarded the management contract for San Elijo Town Center 12. Built by Hallmark Communities, this association will consist of 12 homes located in San Marcos. .

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Menas Realty Company is proud to announce we been awarded the management contract for the San Souci Homeowners Association. San Souci is a 22 unit, condominium community located in Ocean Beach.

Running A Homeowners Association Right A homeowners association offers certain conveniences for its members, but the advantages can be hard to realize if the management is not up to par. It is not uncommon for homeowners to opt out of an association because it did not serve them well. It is why hiring a homeowners association management company in San Diego can help a great deal. An HOA management firm can guide the board on how to run its affairs to avoid losing its members....Continue reading

Menas Realty Company has been awarded the contract for the Sea Village Condominium Association. Sea Village is a 60 unit, condominium community located in Imperial Beach.