HOA Management Guides
Practical advice for HOA and condo boards across all 16 states we cover.
Navigating HOA management can be complex. These guides cover the most common questions board members face. Start with the universal guides below, or jump to your state for state-specific verification guides, HOA law, and the local management-company directory.
Universal guides
Choosing a Manager
How to Choose an HOA Management Company
What to look for, what questions to ask, and red flags to avoid when evaluating HOA management companies.
Licensing & Regulation
HOA Manager Licensing Requirements by State
Which states require HOA management companies to hold a license? A state-by-state breakdown with direct links to verify current status.
Fees & Costs
HOA Fees: Average Costs by State & What Managers Charge
Census-sourced median fees for all 50 states + DC, where the money goes, and industry-reported management pricing — with fee calculators.
Guides for your state
Florida
4 guides + essentials
California
2 guides + essentials
Texas
2 guides + essentials
Colorado
2 guides + essentials
Virginia
2 guides + essentials
Illinois
2 guides + essentials
Nevada
2 guides + essentials
Georgia
Essentials & directory
North Carolina
1 guide + essentials
Arizona
1 guide + essentials
Washington
1 guide + essentials
Maryland
Essentials & directory
South Carolina
Essentials & directory
Massachusetts
Essentials & directory
Michigan
Essentials & directory
New Jersey
Essentials & directory