Free e-book · January 7, 2027
The Property Manager's Guide To Reserve Fund Studies
Reserve fund crises are almost entirely preventable. This practical guide for HOA, strata and condominium managers shows how to turn reserve fund studies from compliance checklists into real financial planning tools: understanding the metrics, spotting the warning signs of underfunding, and putting sustainable funding strategies in place before a special assessment arrives.
Inside, you'll learn how to
- Read a reserve fund study and find the pages that actually matter
- Spot the red flags of underfunding years before a crisis
- Present fee increases, special assessments, and association loans
- Position yourself as the trusted advisor your boards rely on
"The best reserve fund management is invisible. Communities simply work, projects happen on schedule, and no one experiences the shock of unexpected special assessments."
What's in the book
- Understanding Reserve Fund Studies
- Why Reserve Fund Contributions Are Critical
- Reading the Red Flags in Your Reserve Study
- When Your Reserve Fund Is Underfunded: Three Strategic Options
- How to Read and Interpret a Reserve Fund Study
- Making Reserve Studies Work for Your Portfolio
- Common Questions Property Managers Ask
- The Future of Reserve Fund Management
- Positioning Yourself as the Trusted Advisor
Plus a glossary of reserve fund terms. 96 pages.
About the author
Steve Laidlaw, P.Eng., RS is co-founder and President of Reserve Plus and founder and CEO of Stelor. His journey into reserve fund management began with Zeven, the condominium that almost broke him. Today he helps property managers and boards across North America avoid special assessments and financial ruin.
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