It's times like these that will test any business. Homeowner associations are no different and they are looking at every penny being spent.
In speaking with board and committee members, membership and participation is down, and boards are wondering how to turn it around. The first step taken is typically to reduce costs. As a result, very often any cost associated with hard copy newsletters or directories seems an easy target.
Communities that are traditionally active and involved realize the importance of hard copy newsletters and resident directories, and also realize the cost is even greater if they were to eliminate them or to make them only available online. These cuts have a negative impact on communications, involvement, and resident participation, and are detrimental to not only the residents, but to the community as a whole.
These cuts are even more common where the board membership changes, and new members come in with great new ideas to be implemented. It is important to do their due diligence to find out what the true benefits are of what they are cutting, and to consider all alternatives.
We work with many types of communities, from totally uninvolved to totally involved, from new to long established communities, and our program has to fit them all. If you are looking to cut costs or have ideas on improving your hard copy communications, give us a call. We will go above and beyond to find the best long term solution for your residents and your community.
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