Different HOA rules in different regions of Spain Homeowners associations (HOAs) are becoming increasingly popular in many parts of the world, especially in areas where people live in close proximity to each other. While these communities are intended to maintain a certain level of uniformity and aesthetic appeal, HOA rules can vary greatly depending on …
HOA Rules: From North to South Spain – A tale of two communities Read More »
From strangers to neighbors: How I organized an epic HOA event Living in an HOA community can sometimes feel like a lonely experience. Despite sharing the same neighborhood, neighbors often go about their day-to-day lives without much interaction or connection with one another. But one day, I decided to change that by organizing an event …
From strangers to neighbors: How I organized an epic HOA event Read More »
Living in a homeowners association (HOA) community has its benefits, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. One such challenge that I faced was with my neighbours’ dog, which used to bark incessantly throughout the day and night, causing disturbance not only to me but to other residents in the community as …
Dealing with a Barking Dog in an HOA Community Read More »
When I first moved into my HOA community, I was surprised to see people of all ages living here. I met retired people who had lived there for years, and young professionals who had bought their first home. At first, I wondered how people of such different ages could possibly get along. But as I …
Age is just a number Read More »
Do you feel safe in your urbanization? Living in an urbanization or an HOA community provides several benefits, such as access to amenities and a sense of community. As someone who has lived in an HOA community for several years, I know how important it is to feel secure and safe in my home. Once, …
Security in Urbanizations: A Closer Look Read More »
Living in a neighborhood or in an urbanization means sharing certain responsibilities, and one of them is taking out the trash on designated days. It’s a routine task that we may take for granted, but it’s crucial for maintaining hygiene and cleanliness. Unfortunately, not everyone is diligent about following this rule, and it can create …
Dear Mary, please put the trash outside! Read More »
Spiders are creepy, crawly creatures that many of us are afraid of. In fact, I know several people who can’t stand to be in the same room as a spider! But did you know that spiders actually serve an important role in our ecosystem and communities? It’s true! One of the biggest benefits of having …
Why spiders could be useful for your community Read More »
The color of a building can have a significant impact on its appearance, and in urbanizations and homeowner associations (HOAs), it can play an essential role in the community’s overall aesthetic. But does the color of the building matter beyond aesthetics? Let’s explore the topic. Different cities around the world use different colors to paint …
Does the color of the building matter? Read More »
I am way overdue with reporting on this last Lunch but better late than never. Michael had contacted me with a view of seeing what he can do to improve some of the problems he is encountering in his community. We agree to meet before lunch so he can show me around the community. Los …
Lunch with Michael Galley: ex-Vice President of Los Altos de Marbella Read More »
We are back. It seems that no one wanted to have lunch with us during the winter but the pace is picking up. Last week I had lunch with Flemming Pedersen president of one of the communities in El Higueron and next week I will be meeting another committee member from Los Altos de Marbella. …
Lunch with Flemming Pedersen: Community President of Higueron West Phase1 BA 12 Read More »
