Community Association Insurance Specialists
At Community Risk Advisors, LLC (CRA), we are not generalists—we are insurance specialists for condos, HOAs, and multi-family communities. Our […]
Community Association Insurance Myths Explained
Insurance is often one of the least understood parts of a community’s risk management strategy. Board members and unit owners […]
Storm-Damaged Trees: An HOA Guide
Severe weather commonly raises questions for community associations, especially when trees come down. Who removes the tree? Who pays for […]
Construction Costs & Community Association Insurance
What Boards Need to Know Over the past several years, community associations across the country have faced a perfect storm […]
Coinsurance Explained for Community Associations
For condominium and community associations, property insurance is one of the largest—and most complex—budget items. Among the most misunderstood components […]
Electronic Insurance Premium Payments for HOAs
Managing association finances securely is a core responsibility of boards and property managers. One area receiving increased attention is how […]
Currently Valued Loss Runs for Insurance Renewals
As a property manager for condominium and homeowners associations, you are often asked to provide a currently valued loss run […]
Community Association Insurance Renewal Guide
In past renewal cycles, many condominium and homeowner associations saw relatively straightforward insurance renewals with incumbent carriers: updated applications, routine […]
Property Insurance Forms: Basic, Broad & Special
When a condominium or homeowners association purchases property insurance, one of the most important—and often overlooked—decisions is the policy form. […]
Common HOA Insurance Mistakes to Avoid
Insurance premiums don’t increase randomly, and non-renewals rarely come “out of nowhere.” In today’s insurance market, carriers are scrutinizing risk […]
Condo Master Policy vs. HO-6 Insurance
Few challenges create more confusion — and more conflict — than insurance responsibility after a loss. When multiple units are […]
Cybersecurity Risks for Condo Associations
Data breach and cyber attacks are more prevalent than ever, and no business, large or small, is immune from cyber […]
Agency Billed vs. Carrier Billed Insurance
When you purchase an insurance policy, one important detail that often gets overlooked is how the policy is billed. Some […]
What Is Insurance Premium Financing?
Introduction Insurance premiums can sometimes represent a significant financial investment, especially for communities with large or specialized insurance programs. While […]
Does an HOA Need Workers Compensation Insurance?
If your HOA or condominium association has no employees, you may assume there is no reason to purchase workers’ compensation […]
D&O Insurance for HOAs & Condo Associations: What to Know
Serving on the board of a condominium association, homeowners association, or other community association means making decisions. Some are routine. […]
HOA Fiduciary Duty: Responsibilities, Risks & D&O
Serving on the board of a homeowners association, condominium association, or other community association comes with more than the authority […]
HOA Hurricane Insurance: Deductibles & Coverage
Explained Understanding Hurricane or Named Storm Deductibles. Most community associations carry property insurance that provides protection against hurricane-related damage. What […]
Water Damage vs. Flood Damage: HOA Insurance
What Community Associations Need to Know Is water damage the same as flood damage? When it comes to insurance, the […]
Risk Management for Community Associations: A Guide
A Guide for Community Associations Every community association faces risk. A severe storm can damage buildings. A resident or visitor […]
Protecting What Matters Most: Why Community Associations Need Active Assailant Coverage
Community associations – condominiums, cooperatives, and homeowners’ associations – exist to safeguard property values, manage shared assets, and create safe, […]