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Updated: February 11th, 2025 Homeowners associations (HOAs) are responsible for maintaining the community and ensuring that rules are followed to promote the welfare of all residents. But what happens when the rules need to be changed? Can an HOA change rules without a vote? In some cases, the answer is ‘yes.’  Minor amendments o

Updated: February 11th, 2025 Homeowners associations (HOAs) establish rules to maintain property values and community standards, but what happens when a rule no longer fits the needs of residents?  To change HOA rules, homeowners must follow a formal amendment process, which typically includes proposing a change, securing board appro

A homeowners association (HOA) consists of property owners who live in a particular condominium or residential neighborhood. Essentially, an HOA aims to ensure the building and property use regulations are enforced and that common areas are well maintained.  What happens, though, if HOA regulations aren’t enforced or are being igno

Updated: October 13th, 2026 ElectionBuddy's paper ballots give organizations a way to include voters who prefer or need to vote on paper while still using an online voting platform to manage the election. Paper ballots can be distributed in person or by mail, and they can be combined with electronic ballots in hybrid elections so [&hellip

Every year, member-based and nonprofit organizations rigorously prepare for critical elections that decide the fate of various policies and races. At the center of these elections are hard-working members who vote to determine who will hold key positions and which policies will become reality.  If you’ve voted in political election

When you start an online contest, you may think that your work is done after creating an outstanding entry, and you can sit back and wait for voters to pick a winner–but think again.  Even if the time it takes to vote online is brief, you have to work hard to get people to take […]

Updated: September 9th, 2025 The purposes of voting are that it ensures fair decision-making, upholds organizational rules, and gives members a voice in key matters. With the rise of digital tools, voting online has made this process faster, more accessible, and more secure. For many homeowners associations (HOAs) and organizations, an on

Company bylaws, also known as corporation’s bylaws, are a legal document that outlines fundamental rules and regulations governing the company’s daily operations. These rules and regulations articulate the procedures management should follow, such as in regards to election rules, ensuring the organization runs smoothly, consistently,

Bylaws are an essential element of corporate governance. You can think of them as machines that ensure a company meets its legal obligations. Whether your location or state legally needs bylaws, you should draft a customized document because they can help your company handle concerns, questions, or disputes as they arise. What Is the Purp

The nonprofit industry serves the public interest and plays a significant role in the economy. To address various issues and challenges in the community and strengthen communities, nonprofit organizations enrich our lives in many ways. They benefit society in multiple fields, such as science, religion, economy, arts, health, environment,

Feedback is one of the most important things anyone can ever receive–only through feedback can we know whether we are on the right track. This is true in all aspects of life, as a doctor needs feedback from his patient to see if a treatment works as planned, a teacher needs feedback from their students […]

Meetings serve as an invaluable platform for teams, civic groups, hobbyists, and clubs alike to convene and discuss ideas. Beyond the workplace, these gatherings often leave participants with lingering thoughts and questions after discussions conclude. Post-meeting survey questions conducted through online meeting tools present a robust m

Whether you are at work or belong to a casual hobby or social club, meetings are part of life. Oftentimes at meetings, various updates, ideas, and proposals are shared among the participants. While some hiking group meetings may take place at the summit of a mountain, most meetings we attend will take place at either […]

It's no secret that the more people who vote, the better democracy works. Yet in the United States, voter turnout is disturbingly low–only about 55% of eligible voters cast a ballot in the 2016 presidential election. One way to encourage more people to vote is to ensure that they are prepared and knowledgeable about the […]