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Join other HOA owners and ECHO members at the Hilton Concord for our 3rd annual East Bay Seminar. While similar in length to our convenient half-day seminars, the East Bay Seminar offers more in-depth instruction, more professional exhibitors, and a members-only board training course.
Regular registration is free for members, but late registration pricing begins on April 19th.
Agenda
The East Bay Seminar offers two concurrent tracks. Pick and choose, or stay for all three HOA University sessions to earn a certificate.
Hot Topics
HOA Banking
Geri Kennedy
As the world of banking evolves, HOAs struggle to find secure banking procedures that keep up with the times. This session explores the nuts and bolts of modern association banking including lockbox services, online banking, loan applications, and more.
Nuisances and Beyond
Sandy Bonato, Esq.
Anybody can call an annoyance a "nuisance," but is the problem just between neighbors or should the board intervene? This session will explore a range of problems from typical noise complaints to discrimination, focusing on when and to what degree boards of directors should become involved.
Short Term Rentals
Melissa Ward, Esq.
With sites like AirBnb, VRBO, and Tripping offering an easy path to quick cash for owners with extra space, short term rentals are exploding. How should your association respond? What can you do?
HOA University - ECHO Members Only
Financial
David Levy, CPA
This session will tackle the essentials: how to read your financials, the budgeting process, annual reviews, and more.
Insurance
Wendy Weber
Insurance is a critical safety net for HOAs and their boards. Learn about essential policies and potential problems to keep both you and your association safe.
Legal
Alex Noland, Esq.
What is fiduciary duty? What basic procedures should board members understand to keep their communities operating within the law? Learn the basics and bring your questions.
Location & Parking
Join us from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm at the Hilton Concord. Free parking is available.
1970 Diamond Blvd
Concord, CA 94520
Sponsors
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Registration
Attendance Policy
Attendance at ECHO events is limited to residents of homeowners associations. Professionals who serve the homeowner association industry may not attend, unless they are an employee of an event sponsor, or are the community manager of an association with owners in attendance.
Registration
Register online below by clicking on "Register for this Event" (you must be logged in) or download the registration form. You may also call the office at (408)297-3246 x1. Attendance is free for ECHO HOA Members who register before April 19th.