June 27, 2018 Erin Rice, Controller Education, Homeowner Tips
Completing your Homeowners Association’s budget is a project just like any other. With over 20 years in this business, Crummack Huseby has perfected our way of planning a strategic and beneficial budget for the homeowners based on their needs. But where do you start to plan?
June 12, 2018 Laurisa Ehlers, Assistant Vice President, CCAM Education
From setting realistic goals to encouraging enthusiasm, Laurisa Ehlers takes us on her ten favorite management tips for employers and employees alike.
June 10, 2018 Education, Manager Musings
Perhaps the greatest achievement for any community association is the creation of community.
A dynamic community is an intentional and inclusive endeavor which always requires the involvement of several stakeholders. When Crummack Huseby has the opportunity to guide the creation of community, we see firsthand how this elevates, sustains and improves a community association.
March 28, 2018 Education, Homeowner Tips, Manager Musings
Ideas to kickstart an engaged and elevated neighborhood.
At Crummack Huseby we recognize each community is unique. This belief is one of the cornerstone’s of our own community and success. We take the time to understand your operations, administration, infrastructure, board of directors and homeowners to truly engage your community’s unique interests and aspirational needs.
March 28, 2018 Education, Homeowner Tips
Whether you want to give your home a new coat of paint or ready to plant a beautiful tree, it is best if you follow the rules to a good grade.
Measure twice cut once. Well, passing the architectural review is a little bit like that too. If you are more thoughtful before you submit your proposal, you can help your chances of passing the architectural review process the first time.
March 7, 2018 Education
There are so many tasks that we do outside of our scope of work because we have a passion to create the best neighborhood for our homeowners, and that includes sharing as much information as possible. Sue Evans, a Sr. Community Manager at Crummack Huseby, helped organize a Neighborhood Watch
January 30, 2018 Dana Harle, Senior Vice President, Crummack Huseby Crummack Huseby News, Education
After being in the property management business for 15+ years, award-winning Dana Harle knows a thing or two about management, employee inspiration, and discovering passion for the work. Even with all of her experience, she is constantly open to learning new things about herself and the industry.
January 15, 2018 MARGO CRUMMACK, CCAM, PCAM CO-FOUNDER, CO-PRINCIPAL, CEO Education, Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle
I grew up taking road trips with my family every Summer. We would all load into our Ford LTD station wagon with the trailer hitched up and then headed off! I’d often ask where we were going and to my delight, my Dad would pull out a map and walk me through where we were going, how long it was going to take to get to each of the locations and what we would do when we were there. Wow, what a plan. I knew it took him weeks to do it.
November 2, 2017 Education, Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle
Fall calls for boots, sweaters and planning Hallothanksmas, but… it’s also time to garden! Many homeowners shy away from planting anything in the “winter” months for fear of frost or other cold weather effects, but it may provide a bountiful bloom or harvest if timed properly.
October 30, 2017 Education, Homeowner Tips, Safety
Did you know the Empire State Building is struck by lightning an average of 25 times per year? We don’t get as much lightning as the East Coast, but Crummack Huseby cares about your safety throughout the year. Please take a moment to read our lightning tips and facts, and share with your neighbors and co-workers too.
August 16, 2017 Margo Crummack, CO-FOUNDER, CO-PRINCIPAL, CEO Crummack Huseby News, Education
June 29, 2017 Margo Crummack, CCAM, PCAM Co-Founder, Co-Principal, CEO Education
When is it good to amend your community CC&Rs? If you are considering making a change to your HOA governing documents, here are some insights to take into consideration.
March 29, 2017 Education, Homeowner Tips
If you don’t want to join the board, there are still many ways to play a fun role in your HOA.
February 15, 2017 Education, Homeowner Tips
Every HOA has a reserve fund for a strategic way to plan for expected and unexpected repairs and maintenance in the future. Here are three reasons why…
December 1, 2016 Margo Crummack, CEO/Principal at Crummack Huseby, Inc. Education
July 28, 2016 Education
Tips for HOAs on creating and sustaining a Maintenance Program. Each association has their own customized needs so it’s not one-size-fits-all. Everyone should create a maintenance manual to maximize the life of common areas and facilities in a cost-effective manner.
July 14, 2016 Margo Crummack Education
We’ve always trained our Community Managers to understand it takes a village to create an incredible community. Crummack Huseby hires the best talent and then encourages them to constantly educate themselves on the changes to California policies and codes, to new learnings for Builders, and for any reason that could benefit a community.
June 15, 2016 Margo Crummack CEO/Principal Education
I’m often asked who creates the rules, and also what determines a rule. Each stands alone with it’s own standards but let’s break it down.
The Board is granted the authority to write the rules. The Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) typically provide for this authority under the Association General Duties and Powers. But in order for their rules to be valid and enforceable, a rule must satisfy all of the following requirements as provided for in California Civil Code Section 4350.
May 10, 2016 Margo Crummack CEO/Principal Education
Without proper guidance and understanding, the transition from a developer-controlled board to homeowner governance can be tricky business. In order to understand the end result, we must truly start at the beginning
March 23, 2016 Margo Crummack CEO/Principal Education
I have department meetings, team meetings, meetings with clients, and I meet with anyone who is involved with our project. Builders should look at their future homeowners like team players instead of simply buyers.