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

July 8, 2025 30 mins

Host Regan Brown sits down with Susanne Darner, Community Manager at Action Property Management, to explore the complexities of HOA management, with a focus on identifying whether a manager is the right fit for a community. Their conversation covers the importance of choosing the right management company, navigating the transition from developer to homeowner control, and the vital role data management plays during these phases.

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Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Haoyu Zha, founder and CEO of HOAI Software, to discuss the challenges faced by homeowners associations (HOAs) and how his company is leveraging AI technology to improve management processes.

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June 18, 2025 37 mins

Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Brad Bacome, Certified Community Manager at The Manor, to discuss the essential preparations HOAs should make as summer approaches. The conversation touches on the importance of early planning for pool openings, the role of pool monitors, reinforcing community rules, and safety considerations for barbecue areas and pickleball courts.

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June 2, 2025 38 mins

Hosts Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Carolyn Rae Cole, an experienced real estate Broker of Record at Nourmand & Associates, to unpack the complexities of California rental rules. The conversation dives into HOA restrictions, short-term rental regulations, Section 8 housing, and the tough realities of dealing with squatters.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Rent...

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Host Regan Brown sits down with Darin Herleikson, Sales Enablement Manager at Grammarly, to explore the transformative role of AI across today’s workplaces. Darin breaks down the differences between AI and generative AI, explains the fundamentals of machine learning, and shares how businesses can leverage AI to improve operations. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI in the Workplace

02:03 Understanding AI and Generative AI

04:58 Machine...

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May 14, 2025 32 mins

Host Regan Brown sits down with Maj Messiah, Helen Castro, and Sabrina Leglu, managing partners at Trifecta Association Management, to unpack the complexities of HOA budget cycles. Together, they dive into setting community goals, the importance of reserve studies, strategies for gaining budget approval, and ways to manage unexpected expenses.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Budget Cycles in HOA Management

01:49 Understanding Community...

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Host Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Tamara Camara, Community Manager at Network Community Management, to discuss the complexities of managing culturally diverse communities. They explore the challenges that arise from cultural differences and language barriers, and highlight the importance of clear, respectful communication in building a cohesive and inclusive community.

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April 29, 2025 37 mins

Host Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Kimberly Daga, Senior Vice President of Operations at BellaVista Landscape Services, and Anna Muriello, Operations Manager for the Sacramento Region at BellaVista, to discuss Assembly Bill 1572—legislation focused on limiting the watering of non-functional turf in California in response to ongoing drought conditions.

They dive into the d...

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April 22, 2025 32 mins

 Host Regan Brown sits down with Maj Messiah and Helen Castro, managing partners at Trifecta Association Management, to talk about the vital role vendor relationships play in property management. They share their backgrounds, dive into the importance of clear communication with vendors, and offer insights on navigating board preferences when it comes to vendor selection. 

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April 1, 2025 29 mins

Host Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sits down with Laura Young, General Manager at FirstService Residential, and Jennifer Jacobsen, Partner at Baydaline & Jacobsen LLP, to dive into the rising presence of e-bikes and e-scooters in communities. They discuss the challenges and legal implications for HOAs, explore their impact on community safety, and examine the need for regulations and potential pa...

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March 28, 2025 33 mins

Host Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Alan Jenkins, CFO of The Management Trust, as he shares his journey into meditation and how it has become part of his company’s culture. He discusses the impact of meditation on stress reduction and mental well-being, how sessions are structured within the workplace, and the value of fostering a supportive environment for employees.

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March 20, 2025 22 mins

Host Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Dawn M. Bauman from the Community Associations Institute (CAI) to discuss the ongoing developments surrounding the Corporate Transparency Act. They explore its implications for compliance, legal challenges, data security concerns, and the vital role CAI plays in advocating for community associations.

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Host Regan Brown, along with Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting welcome back Steve Weil, founding partner of Berding Weil Law Firm. They discuss the evolution of HOA law, the challenges faced by homeowner associations, and the importance of effective communication and public speaking in the legal field. Steve shares insights from his career, including his recent recognition with the Don Buck Award, and off...

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February 25, 2025 38 mins

Host Regan Brown welcomes back Michael Kennedy, Partner at Berding Weil Law Firm, and Melissa Ward, Partner at Adams Stirling Law Firm, to dive into the impact of SB 326 on California HOAs. They break down the legal responsibilities of associations, the potential risks of non-compliance, and what homeowners need to know about their rights under the law.

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February 19, 2025 32 mins

Host Regan Brown, along with Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, and Kelly Zibell, Senior Vice President of Communitas, welcome back Leslie Alvarez, author and community manager, to discuss her new book, Hot Mess Express. Leslie opens up about her journey through loss, its impact on her professional life, and how she learned to embrace imperfection while prioritizing self-care. 

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Host Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Demetrius Xanthos, President of SAX Insurance, to break down the complexities of insurance claims for HOAs in the wake of California wildfires. They discuss the claims process, the challenges of claim denials, and the importance of thorough documentation before and after a loss, plus how to access and retrieve it when needed.

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Host Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, tackle the challenges California HOAs face with the rising frequency and intensity of wildfires. They are joined by Matt Meadors, COO of HOA Organizers, to discuss the impact of wildfires on communities, the importance of effective communication and thorough documentation, navigating insurance claims and FEMA assistance, rebuilding obstacles, and the...

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January 22, 2025 29 mins

Host Regan Brown welcomes back Melissa Ramsey to share her journey with Mosaic Community Consulting and her insights as President of the CAI Board of Trustees. Together, they delve into the vital role of emotional intelligence, self-care, and mental health awareness in community management.

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January 15, 2025 30 mins

Host Regan Brown sits down with Brian Butler, President of FirstService Residential Illinois, to explore the growing trend of deconversions and how it's reshaping the landscape of homeowner associations (HOAs) in Illinois.

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January 7, 2025 31 mins

Host Regan Brown and Bill Mann, President of GB Group Construction & Painting, sit down with Kelly Zibell, Senior Vice President of Communitas, to discuss the recent Vantaca conference, which centered on HOA management software and the integration of AI tools. Kelly provides valuable insights into the conference highlights, including the educational tracks offered, and explores how advancements in AI are driving greater efficie...

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