HOA - It's A True Story Podcast

HOA - It's A True Story Podcast

The "HOA - It's A True Story" podcast was created as an educational platform to spread knowledge and insights about the HOA and multifamily industries. It is presented by the team at G.B. Group Construction, who draw on their 35 years of experience in multifamily housing to share trending information. The podcast features guests who are industry experts, providing valuable perspectives on this specialized field, along with a few entertaining stories.

Episodes

December 16, 2025 53 mins

Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, are joined by Brad Bacome, Certified Community Manager at The Manor, and returning co-host Kelly Zibell, Senior Vice President of Communitas, to reflect on the top 10 podcast episodes of the year and their impact on community managers. The discussion explores challenges facing aging associations, financial pressures on community infrastructure, evol...

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Max Gajdel and Bogdan Raic, co-founders of Stan AI. The discussion explores the growing impact of AI in the HOA industry, the guests’ journeys into the field, and the innovative solutions their company is bringing to the market.

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Paul Reeves, President & CEO of Reeves Construction Advisors. They discuss the challenges holiday decorations can create in work environments, particularly how large inflatables and other décor can become safety hazards for crews on site.

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November 19, 2025 41 mins

Hosts Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, and Brad Bacome, Certified Community Manager at The Manor, sit down with Glenn Youngling, Owner of Youngling Law Firm, to break down the intricacies of governing documents in community associations. They discuss why timely updates matter, how policies differ from rules, and how AI is beginning to shape legal drafting. The conversation also covers the challenges of ...

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Hosts Regan Brown, Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, and Brad Bacome, Certified Community Manager at The Manor, sit down with Jennifer Jacobsen, Partner and Founder of Baydaline & Jacobsen LLP, to discuss the complexities of managing tenant issues within homeowner associations (HOAs). The conversation explores tenant rights, property owner responsibilities, the importance of professional management, ...

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November 5, 2025 36 mins

Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Cang Le, Founder and Attorney at Le Firm, to discuss the complexities of conflict resolution within homeowner associations (HOAs). Together, they explore when to involve legal counsel, how to effectively manage community disputes, and the most successful techniques for de-escalation. Cang shares insights from his extensive experience i...

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Cyndee Woolley, Founder of C2 Communications and a seasoned public relations expert. Together, they explore best practices for engaging boards and communities, the lasting impact of Hurricane Ian on Florida’s condo associations, and the critical role of effective communication during crises. Cyndee also shares insights from her journey...

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October 23, 2025 37 mins

Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Matt Ober, Partner at Richardson | Ober, to discuss a unique experience he encountered while managing a high-rise property — and the challenges property managers face when navigating delicate and complex situations. 

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October 15, 2025 28 mins

Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Stephen Lawrence, Outside Sales at CMS Plumbing, Inc., to discuss backflow devices in plumbing systems. Their conversation explores the importance of inspections, certification requirements, and the costs involved in maintaining these devices. They also touch on the challenges the plumbing industry faces, including theft and compliance...

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Amy Tinetti, Shareholder at Hughes Gill Cochrane Tinetti, P.C., to discuss California Civil Codes 5850 and 5855. Together, they explore how these updates impact homeowners associations (HOAs), including changes to fine structures, tenant responsibilities, and the potential for increased litigation. 

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Tyler Berding, Founder of Berding & Weil Law Firm, to discuss the challenges facing homeowners associations (HOAs) today. Their conversation explores the legacy of the firm, the growing issue of aging infrastructure, the need for intrusive inspections, and the financial pressures caused by underfunding and special assessments.

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Kaitlyn Cogan, General Manager at Tesoro Viejo Homeowners Association, to talk about the challenges and joys of managing Halloween celebrations within an HOA. Their discussion covers decoration guidelines, community engagement, safety concerns, and how fostering a festive spirit can strengthen the sense of community during the holiday ...

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September 16, 2025 29 mins

Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Maria C. Kao, Partner at Briscoe, Prows, Kao, Ivester & Bazel LLP, to unpack California’s new legislation on accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Their conversation explores the complexities of property subdivision, the challenges homeowners may face, and real-life stories that highlight the intricate relationship between HOAs and prop...

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, welcome back Susan Hoffman, CEO and Founder of Professional Association Services, Inc. In this second installment of our series on budgeting and reserve management for HOAs, Susan provides deeper insights into effective financial planning for community associations.

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 Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Susan Hoffman, CEO and Founder of Professional Association Services, Inc., to explore the complexities of budgeting and reserve management for homeowners associations (HOAs). 

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Edward Work of Alliance Environmental Group to discuss the critical issues surrounding lead and asbestos testing. Their conversation explores the requirements for lead testing, current regulations for asbestos, the importance of post-testing following abatement, and the legal risks of non-compliance.

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August 21, 2025 22 mins

Host Regan Brown sits down with Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, and Sheena Pemberton, EHS Manager at GB Group Construction & Painting, to discuss the importance of OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week. Together, they highlight how this initiative reinforces emergency preparedness and promotes safety as a core value within the construction industry.

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Host Regan Brown welcomes back Jasmine Hale, Partner at Berding & Weil Law Firm, for a conversation on navigating fair housing claims within homeowners associations. They discuss the evolving landscape of protected classes, common complaints HOAs face, the importance of clear board policies, and the legal responsibilities board members hold when addressing these issues.

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Jose Hernandez, Branch Manager at LandCare, to discuss the implications of Assembly Bill 1572. Their conversation explores the transition from gas-powered landscaping equipment to electric alternatives, the challenges introduced by the new mandates, and the potential impact on both homeowners' associations (HOAs) and the landscapi...

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Host Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, welcomes back Brad Bacome, Certified Community Manager at The Manor, to discuss the importance of fire sprinkler inspections in homeowners associations (HOAs). They dive into key aspects of fire safety, including inspection procedures, the responsibilities of community managers, local regulations, and the critical role of clear communication with homeowners.

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