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What Every HOA Board Needs to Know: Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac & SB 1007

webinar recap — june 2026 What every HOA board needs to know right now New Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac rules are already reshaping how condos qualify for financing. Add California’s SB 1007 to the mix, and boards across Southern California are facing one of the most consequential seasons of change in decades. 👤 Heather …

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7 Signs Your DFW HOA Has Outgrown Its Management Company

Many HOA boards across the Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) area stay with their management company longer than they should, hoping issues will improve over time. In reality, persistent problems are often a sign that the relationship is no longer serving the community well. If your board is feeling frustrated, here are seven signs your DFW HOA …

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I Love My HOA: A Valentine’s Day Reminder for Communities in California and Texas

Every February, people search for Valentine’s Day ideas, Valentine’s quotes, candy heart sayings, funny Valentine messages, and ways to show love. So here’s one you might not expect to see on a candy heart: I LOVE MY HOA. It sounds tongue-in-cheek, especially when you’ve heard someone say, “Disband the HOA.” But in well-run communities across …

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Connected Communities:HOA Management in Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW)

Serving on an HOA board in the Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) area has become increasingly complex. Rising insurance costs, aging infrastructure, vendor challenges, and higher homeowner expectations place significant responsibility on volunteer board members. One of the most impactful decisions a board can make is choosing the right HOA management company. The right partner can reduce …

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Rubin Properties Rebrands as Comuneo Services, Inc.: Building Connected Communities

After more than 40 years of serving homeowners associations across Southern California, Rubin Properties, Inc. is proud to announce its new name: Comuneo Services, Inc. This rebrand represents more than just a name change. Comuneo reflects the heart of our mission: to help HOA boards and homeowners not only manage their properties but also build stronger, more connected …

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Important Notice Regarding Changes in California HOA Insurance Market

As part of our unwavering commitment to keeping you informed about developments in the insurance landscape, we feel compelled to draw your attention to recent shifts in the California market. We have recently observed significant changes in the state’s home insurance sector. Specifically, several major insurance providers have made the decision to cease selling insurance …

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