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The Uncommon Area is a leading HOA podcast for board members, community leaders, and industry professionals looking for clear, practical guidance on homeowners association management. Hosted by Matthew Holbrook, CEO of Action Property Management, the show breaks down complex HOA topics including governance, financial management, insurance, legal issues, and community operations. Each episode features expert guests from across the industry, offering real-world insights, proven strategies, and fresh perspectives to help you run a more effective, well-managed community. Whether you're a board member, property manager, or homeowner, this podcast delivers actionable advice you can actually use.
Unknown Host hosts The Uncommon Area, a business show with 96 episodes published.
California HOAs are still trying to fully understand the impact of AB 130, and according to attorney Dirk Petchul, many boards may be focusing on the wrong things. In this episode of The Uncommon Area, Matthew Holbrook s
California HOAs are still adjusting to the realities of AB 130 months after the law reshaped HOA enforcement rules across the state. In this episode of The Uncommon Area, Matthew Holbrook is joined by HOA attorney Maria
What happens when a homeowner refuses to leave a board meeting? When a fellow board member is exposing the association to liability? When one resident sends 173 emails in four months and every single one is technically c
In this episode of The Uncommon Area, Action Property Management's CEO, Matthew Holbrook, is joined by insurance expert Dennis Socher to break down HOA and D&O insurance in a way that is practical, clear, and actionable.
Executive session is one of the most misunderstood aspects of HOA governance. In Episode 88 of The Uncommon Area, Matthew Holbrook continues his conversation with HOA attorney James McCormick of Delphi Law Group to expla
What happens when conflict erupts inside the HOA board? In Episode 87 of The Uncommon Area, Matthew Holbrook speaks with HOA attorney James McCormick of Delphi Law Group about one of the most uncomfortable realities of c
HOA audits play a critical role in ensuring financial transparency and accountability within community associations. In this episode of The Uncommon Area, host Matthew Holbrook sits down with CPA Sam Timothy to discuss h
Litigation is one tool, not the only tool. This episode with Chad Thomas of Berding & Weil explores how boards can evaluate defects, understand SB 800, and pursue resolution without rushing into a lawsuit. Follow The Unc
Cybersecurity threats against homeowners associations are increasing, and HOAs are becoming prime targets for cyber attacks, fraud, and data breaches. In this episode of The Uncommon Area, host Matthew Holbrook is joined
What does it really mean to serve on an HOA or condo board? In this episode of The Uncommon Area, attorney Grant Neidenfeuhr joins Matthew Holbrook to unpack the legal and practical realities board members face. From und
Creative financing is changing how homes are bought and sold. Caleb Christopher joins The Uncommon Area to explain what HOAs need to know about investors, seller financing, and rental rules, and why clarity may be a boar
As the year comes to a close, we wanted to share something a little different. This special holiday episode is a story about a delayed flight, a tired mother, a hurt toddler, and a few strangers who chose to pay attentio
Attorney Cang Le of Le Firm joins The Uncommon Area for a clear look at what fiduciary duty really means for HOA board members. Cang and host Matthew Holbrook break down how board decisions are judged, why expert guidanc
Matthew Holbrook sits down with mortgage advisor John Farrell to break down how SB 326, the Balcony Bill, is reshaping condo sales across California. They explore why inspections can derail a sale, how Fannie Mae and Fre
Can an HOA act like law enforcement? Attorney Darren M. Bevan joins host Matthew Holbrook to unpack what homeowners associations can and can’t do when neighbor disputes escalate. From late-night parties to illegal behavi
Is your HOA facing construction defects or considering legal action? In this episode of The Uncommon Area, host Matthew Holbrook talks with Joe Smith of Burg Simpson Law Firm about how community associations can protect
HOA disputes are inevitable, but how your board handles them determines whether your community grows stronger or fractures under pressure. In this episode of The Uncommon Area, host Matthew Holbrook talks with attorney S
What makes some HOAs consistently successful? In this special episode of The Uncommon Area, host Matthew Holbrook talks with Judge Bugbee, founder of HOA Connect North Texas, about what separates thriving communities fro
Insurance is one of the most complex and fast-changing aspects of HOA management. In this episode of The Uncommon Area, host Matthew Holbrook talks with Jonathan Naranjo of Liberty Naranjo about the biggest insurance cha
When public access meets private HOA property, the legal boundaries can get complicated. In this episode of The Uncommon Area, host Matthew Holbrook talks with attorney Sandra Gottlieb of Swedelson Gottlieb about how Cal
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The Uncommon Area is hosted by Unknown Host. The show is categorised under Business (education) and has published 96 episodes.
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