SB 326 Balcony Inspections and Your Reserve Study
California's SB 326 requires balcony inspections every nine years, and the report must feed your reserve study. SB 410 added new rules effective January 2026.
Fannie Mae's 15% Reserve Rule — and the Way Around It
Fannie Mae is raising condo reserve funding from 10% to 15%. A current reserve study is the documented alternative — but the rules tighten in August.
The Handoff: What New HOA Board Members Need to Know
What new HOA board members need to know about reserve studies, fiduciary duty, red flags, and how to avoid costly mistakes in their first 30 days.
Why Your Community Needs a Reserve Study
What is a reserve study? A financial roadmap that helps community associations avoid special assessments, protect property values, and plan ahead.
California's Reserve Study Law: A Quick Guide
A guide to California's reserve study law for HOA boards, covering key Davis-Stirling Act requirements to ensure compliance and protect your community.
3 Critical Mistakes HOAs Make With Their Reserve Study
Learn 3 common HOA reserve study mistakes, like mishandling the funding plan and poor communication, that boards must avoid.
The True Cost of Delay: Dangers of an Underfunded Reserve
Delaying reserve contributions is costly. This guide unpacks the dangers of underfunded HOA reserves, from special assessments to falling property values.
