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From Chaos to Clarity — One Issue at a Time
These are the costs of HOA chaos for self-managed and professionally managed communities — and how HOA By Owners community association management software replaces each one with a clear, built-in fix.
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The issue💰
Late & Missed HOA Dues Payments
Manual HOA dues collection means money slips through the cracks—no HOA autopay, no reminders, and frustration for boards and homeowners.
How we fix it
Automated HOA Dues & Autopay
Streamline HOA dues collection: send invoices automatically, let homeowners pay online or enroll in HOA autopay, and apply late fees without manual chasing.
The issue📧
Inbox Overload & Untracked Requests
HOA maintenance requests, complaints, and questions pile up in email when you lack HOA maintenance request software—nothing stays tracked or resolved on time.
How we fix it
Built-In HOA Maintenance Workflows
Homeowners submit work orders in the app; requests route, track, and close in one HOA maintenance request system—out of your inbox, into accountable workflows.
The issue📊
Spreadsheet Budgets & Opaque Finances
Managing the association in spreadsheets skips real HOA accounting software—errors add up and HOA financial reporting stays hidden from homeowners.
How we fix it
Transparent HOA Accounting & Reports
Real-time dashboards deliver HOA financial reporting homeowners can trust—budgets, expenses, and reserves in one place, always current.
The issue🔇
HOA Communication Breakdowns
Important notices and meeting minutes get missed without solid HOA communication tools, so residents feel disconnected and left in the dark.
How we fix it
HOA Community Communication Hub
Use built-in HOA communication tools to broadcast messages, meeting notices, and emergency alerts—scheduled or instant—so every homeowner stays informed.
The issue💸
Overpriced Software
Competitors charge hundreds or thousands per month for features you don't need. Your budget shouldn't go to software fees.
How we fix it
Honest, Affordable Pricing
Free for up to 25 units. Just $5/user/month after that — everything included. No hidden fees, no surprise charges.
The issue⚠️
No HOA Audit Trail
Without disciplined record-keeping, HOA violation tracking, votes, and financial decisions lack a defensible HOA audit trail.
How we fix it
Complete HOA Audit Trail
Every vote, HOA violation tracking event, payment, and board decision is logged for transparency—the HOA audit trail your community deserves.
Get Started in 3 Simple Steps
You'll be up and running in minutes, not weeks.
1
Sign Up Free
Create your HOA account in under 2 minutes. No credit card required. Free for communities up to 25 units.
2
Add Your Community
Import your homeowner list, upload documents, and configure dues. Our team helps you migrate at no cost.
3
Start Managing
Send invoices, handle requests, communicate with residents, and track everything — all from one dashboard.
HOA By Owners is trusted by 100+ homeowner associations, with communities saving 40-60% compared to alternatives like Buildium and AppFolio.
100+
HOAs trust us with their communities
40-60%
cost savings vs competitors
Trusted by Real Communities
Hear from HOA boards that made the switch.
★★★★★
"Our monthly board meetings used to be mostly complaints about communication. Within two months of moving to HOA By Owners, residents were actually thanking us for being more transparent."
Patricia MartinezWillow Creek HOA Board President
72 units · Self-managed HOA · Customer since 2024
★★★★★
"Collections were our biggest stress point. The automated reminders and online payments changed everything. Delinquency dropped and we stopped chasing people manually."
David ThompsonMaple Ridge Community Association
156 units · Board + manager workflow · Customer since 2023
★★★★★
"What we like most is that homeowners can see what's happening without emailing the board every week. That single change improved trust in the community more than anything else."
Alicia ReynoldsHarbor Point HOA Treasurer
98 units · Mixed-use community · Customer since 2025
★★★★★
"We switched from spreadsheets and group emails. The learning curve was small, and now requests, dues, and documents are all where residents expect them to be."
Mark EllisonCreekside Commons Board Secretary
64 units · Townhome community · Customer since 2024
★★★★★
"Support feels human, not scripted. We had onboarding questions, and their team stayed with us until every homeowner got invited and billing was set up correctly."
Nina PatelParklane Estates HOA President
121 units · Volunteer board · Customer since 2025
★★★★★
4.7
500 reviews on Capterra
★★★★★
4.7
64 reviews on G2
★★★★★
4.6
427 reviews on Sourceforge
★★★★★
98.7%
Support satisfaction
HOA By Owners is free for communities with up to 25 units
HOA By Owners charges $5 per user per month for communities over 25 units, with all features included
HOA By Owners serves 100+ HOAs managing 10,000+ units
HOA By Owners delivers 40-60% cost savings compared to competitors including Buildium and AppFolio
HOA By Owners charges $0 in setup fees, training fees, or migration fees
HOA By Owners includes electronic voting (legally acceptable), amenity reservations, unlimited document storage, and package tracking at no extra cost
HOA By Owners offers month-to-month contracts with no cancellation penalties
HOA By Owners has a 4.7/5 rating on Capterra from 500 reviews, 4.7/5 on G2 from 64 reviews, and 4.6/5 on Sourceforge from 427 reviews
HOA By Owners provides 24/7 customer support at no additional cost, whereas competitors charge $75-$150/month for equivalent support
HOA By Owners communities report that delinquency rates dropped significantly after switching to automated invoicing and online payments
Stop the Chaos. Start Managing Smarter.
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