What Makes a Great HOA Board Member (and How Red Brick Supports Them)
Serving on a homeowner’s association (HOA) Board can be a hugely rewarding way of giving back to your community. However, it is also a volunteer position with many responsibilities. Effective Board members help maintain property values, improve resident satisfaction, and ensure the HOA operates smoothly.
But, how do you become a good HOA Board member? And how can you know if you have the traits required?
Here is some of the most important information for potential HOA Board members, including how Red Brick Community Management can support you every step of the way.
Key Traits of an Exceptional HOA Board Member
The best HOA Board members will exhibit the following traits.
- Strong communication skills: A great Board member communicates openly with fellow members and residents. They listen carefully and ensure that everyone in the community understands the decisions being made and how to voice concerns or questions.
- Commitment to the community: An HOA Board member must genuinely care about the success and well-being of the community, meaning they are happy to dedicate their time to meetings, events, and making decisions about the HOA’s future.
- Sound Financial judgement: Managing budgets and reserve funds is one of the most important tasks of an HOA Board. The best Board members understand the importance of their fiscal responsibilities and do their best to make tough decisions when necessary.
- Good problem-solving ability: Disputes and challenges are inevitable in an HOA. Great Board members are able to remain calm and solve disputes in a neutral, fair manner.
Willingness to learn: Most crucially, Board members should be willing to learn, even as they gain experience in their position. Laws, bylaws, and policies may change over time, making it essential that Board members stay informed and seek ongoing education.
How Red Brick Community Management Supports HOA Board Members
At Red Brick Community Management, we know that even the most dedicated Board members need strong support to be effective. That is why our team is proud to provide Chicagoland HOAs with the tools and training they need to be exceptional at their jobs.
Here are a few of the benefits that working with Red Brick Community Management will provide.
- Cutting-edge community management technology, including integrated AI.
- Highly trained and certified managers.
- As a local company, we are intimately familiar with the ever-changing rules and regulations governing HOAs.
- Excellent communication and follow-through.
- Experience training and supporting Board members through new-member transitions and with ongoing education.
Serving as an HOA Board member is a significant responsibility, but you don’t have to go it alone. Contact Red Brick Community Management today to learn more about how our professional support can help your HOA Board achieve lasting success for your HOA.
Are You Ready to Experience the RedBrick Difference?
We understand the unique challenges your community association faces and are committed to making community management simpler, more transparent, and highly effective. As a local, independently owned company, RedBrick Community Management provides personalized service, deep community knowledge, and quick decision-making that national brands simply can’t match.
From our use of Vantaca, the industry’s most comprehensive community management software, to regular on-site community walk-throughs, expert financial guidance, and efficient compliance management, we deliver unparalleled service tailored specifically for our local community.
Partner with RedBrick Community Management today and begin building a stronger, more successful community association!
