Tanglwood North Community Association - Paper Birch

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

How to Avoid Dining at a Tourist Trap

How to Carry Concealed In a Purse (If You Must)

Many self-defense experts eschew off-body carry. But that's not always practical.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

Consensus Building for Community Associations

Success Depends Upon Cooperation Community association board members and managers are responsible for carrying out business that protects literally millions of dollars worth of real estate. Daily problems arise that range in magnitude and importance, but all require sound business judgment to resolve. Many times what is also required is the cooperation or consensus of association residents comprised of different interests, values and personalities! Their cooperation…

Part of a Homeowners’ Association or Community Association?

Why Supplemental Loss Assessment coverage is important to you. Homeowners’ Associations, Community Associations, and gated communities all operate with the same concept of property held in co…

Personal Injuries on Community Association Property: When is the Association Liable?

The issue of liability has caused many community associations to question who is liable if someone is injured on the property.

Community Association Life: Are there rules about flying drones in communities?

Attorneys answer your community association questions.

Made in the HOA: 5 steps for effective community association leadership

Great community association board members have the right attitude, embrace and prepare for the role, and know when it's time to move on.

Who’s Who in Your HOA: Community Association Roles Explained

                People choose to purchase a property in a community association for a variety of reasons, and such a decision has benefits and drawbacks like any o

Things to Consider When Hiring a Lawyer for Your Community Association

Hiring the right lawyer to represent your Community Association is an important decision. Does the law firm and lawyer you are interviewing specialize in Community Association Law? How long have they been actively representing community associations?

Talent pipeline: Finding the next generation of community association managers

A shortage of candidates to fill job opportunities in community association management requires creating a talent pipeline to bring qualified individuals to the profession.

When Disaster Strikes: Emergency Planning for Community Associations

Disasters, natural or man-made, occur with alarming regularity. Without proper planning, small events can become overwhelming and burdensome for a board of directors and the affected HOA members. A current Disaster and Emergency Response Plan is a necessity for any community association.

Common Community Association Restrictive Covenants and Why They Exist

For all those who reside in communities governed by homeowner associations or are buying into one for the first time, you should be aware of documents referred to as the covenants, conditions and ...

Children's Aid and Family Services Frequently Asked Questions

We've put together a number of our FAQs to help you better find the information you are looking for about Children's Aid and Family Services.

Should your Community Association be Self or Professionally Managed?

Choosing between being self-managed or using a professional management company can be a big decision, make sure you are considering all of your options.