City HOA Management 🏘️Community Association Consulting 916-393-1832 925-466-2200
City HOA Management Consultants Expert guidance for California Boards
Frequent Asked Questions
👉 What are the BOD responsibilities?
Board members: Govern the association
- Approve budgets & financials, Fund Reserves
- Set policy , meetings, Oversee major decisions
- Ensure smooth business operations, policy, as covered in the CC& R's
City HOA Management assists the Board in performing its duties effectively.
👉Is City HOA Management A local Company?
Yes — we are locally owned and located in Sacramento and moved from Walnut Creek. We understand the unique needs of HOAs and communities throughout the Bay Area as past onsite, high rise and portfolio managers. We service northern California.
👉What services do you provide?
We offer board‑focused HOA consulting, financial review, compliance guidance, and administrative support. We do not provide full‑service management, maintenance, or 24/7 operations .
👉How much does consulting cost?
Consulting starts at a $500 minimum for 8 hours, with additional time billed as needed. On‑site visits include a $300 travel fee within our service areas. Our Competitor at Associa Northern California Charges $175.00/HR for a VP to attend any meeting
👉What is HOA management and the BOD fiduciaries duties?
The Board of Directors (BOD) has a fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of the HOA, make informed decisions, manage funds responsibly, and follow governing documents and legal requirements .
These duties require them to act in the best interests of the organization, exercising reasonable care, being loyal and following the laws, use of the business judgement rule and organizational policies.
👉What are some of the operational duties and association consulting services
City HOA Management provides a 3rd party expert advisor and business manager to support administration to ensure the smooth operation of your homeowners association as a non-profit mutual corporation' Key services include:
- Financial Management: Budgets, accounting, software analysis, and reserve fund oversight
- Property Maintenance: Vendor coordination and upkeep of shared spaces
- Risk & Compliance: Insurance management, civil code adherence, and Davis-Stirling Act compliance
- Board Support: Meeting coordination, policy enforcement, and CC&R implementation
👉What types of HOAs do you work with?
We help administer and track compliance with your association’s CC&Rs and rules. We support small, medium, and larger associations that want expert guidance, clearer governance, and help making confident, compliant decisions without hiring a full‑service management company
👉What is The Davis‑Stirling Act?
The Davis‑Stirling Act is California’s core legal framework for HOAs. It governs how associations operate, what rights homeowners have, and what responsibilities Boards must follow. It applies to all residential common‑interest developments in California, including condos, planned developments, and most HOAs
👉Do Many HOA associations have Reserve Funding levels that cannot support reserve components ?
Inflation and rising costs have led to lower reserve funds for many HOAs, making it difficult to cover major repairs or replacements for shared assets like roofs, HVAC systems, and pavement. Unlike operating funds, reserves are specifically set aside for significant future expenses, not routine maintenance.
A reserve study is a crucial tool that helps HOAs assess their financial readiness and determine the necessary funding levels to avoid unexpected special assessments. Proper reserve funding ensures long-term financial stability and protects property values
👉What type of training , experience or certification do HOA consultants have have ?
All Consultant have been Association Managers , either on site or portfolio and hold professional certifications like the Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA) , A California Real Estate license and are members of the Community Association Institute CAI
👉What are some of the accounting duties do you advise on?
As fiduciaries for the association, the BOD has a legal obligation to act in the best interest of the HOA. Some of BOD duties are defined by Civil state law and The Davis‑Stirling Act ; others are important financial duties
- Dues collection, Accounts payable, Rules, meetings
- Monthly financial, budgets. and Reserves Study Funding
- Operation costs statements, Collections support
- Escrow and Re-sale Services