The Uncommon Area

The Uncommon Area


Latest Episodes

Understanding AB 130: New Rules for HOA Fines | Ep. 71
July 28, 2025

Californias AB 130 law limits HOA fines to $100 and introduces strict procedural requirements. Learn how board members and managers can stay compliant, navigate exceptions, and update fine policies t

HOA Insurance Is Skyrocketing—Now What? | Ep. 70
July 22, 2025

Learn why HOA insurance premiums are rising, what it means for your community, and how board members can proactively manage coverage.

Can HOAs Take Away Free Speech? | Ep. 69
May 08, 2025

Do HOA residents give up free speech rights? Discover what the law says about signs, flags, and expression in communities. Listen now.

SB326: Your HOA’s Structural Wake-Up Call | Ep. 68
April 23, 2025

Learn how Californias SB 326 (Balcony Bill) impacts HOA lending, insurance underwriting, and Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac eligibility. Discover why a completed inspection isnt enough and how HOAs can avoi

HOA Elections EXPOSED: Behind the Scenes with a Ballot Expert | Ep. 67
April 10, 2025

HOA election expert Lisa Schwartz joins The Uncommon Area to discuss secure voting, legal compliance, ballot fraud prevention, and how third-party oversight improves community trust.

Can Communication Kill Conflict? | Ep. 66
March 24, 2025

Clear communication is the key to a thriving HOA. In this episode of The Uncommon Area, we sit down with industry expert Julie Adamen to discuss how proactive communication can reduce resident frustra

Electronic Voting in 2025 | Ep. 65
January 30, 2025

A property management CEO and community attorney address the implications of the electronic voting law that will be implemented starting 2025.

Board Member Blunders: These Mistakes Can Wreck Your HOA | Ep. 64
November 20, 2024

Matthew Holbrook and guest Kate Kilanowski from Cagle Pugh dive into the common mistakes made by HOA board members and how to avoid them.