HOA elections can make or break community trust, yet many boards and managers underestimate the complexity of running them fairly. In this episode of The Uncommon Area, host Matthew Holbrook talks with Lisa Schwartz, founder of The Ballot Box, a firm specializing in HOA elections for over 18 years.

They unpack everything from legal requirements and ballot security to electronic voting and common election pitfalls. Lisa explains why third-party oversight is critical, how her firm prevents fraud with unique identifiers and double-envelope systems, and what boards should do before, during, and after election season to ensure transparency and compliance.

Listeners will also learn about cumulative voting, electronic tabulation, and the responsibilities of inspectors, plus practical tips for avoiding privacy violations, tampering, and procedural errors.

If you are an HOA board member, property manager, or resident, this episode provides actionable insights to run fair, compliant, and trustworthy elections.

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