The Uncommon Area

The Uncommon Area


Latest Episodes

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.

The Evolution of HOAs: What’s Changed and Where Are We Going? | Ep. 63
November 20, 2024

Realtor and former MLB star Matt Luke discusses the impact of HOAs on homebuyers' decisions.

Are HOAs a Scam? | Ep. 62
October 15, 2024

A property management CEO and community attorney tackle the question "Are HOAs a scam?" in front of a live audience.

Reserve Studies Pt. 2: The Build-Out | Ep. 61
September 30, 2024

A reserve study specialist and current board president join us in a practical and in-depth discussion of reserve studies.

Reserve Studies Pt. 1: The Blueprint | Ep. 60
September 04, 2024

Reserve specialist Mark Smith explains the importance of reserve studies and how they function as a financial plan for associations.

Are HOA Repair Projects Doomed for Failure? Financial Strategies and Opportunities
June 07, 2024

In this episode, attorney Dirk Petchul unpacks the intricacies of modern HOA repair projects, including special assessments and navigating the social dynamics and politics that accompany large-scale p