The Uncommon Area

The Uncommon Area is a leading HOA podcast for board members, community leaders, and industry professionals looking for clear, practical guidance on homeowners association management. Hosted by Matthew Holbrook, CEO of Action Property Management, the show breaks down complex HOA topics including governance, financial management, insurance, legal issues, and community operations. Each episode features expert guests from across the industry, offering real-world insights, proven strategies, and fresh perspectives to help you run a more effective, well-managed community. Whether you're a board member, property manager, or homeowner, this podcast delivers actionable advice you can actually use.

The Uncommon Area is a business podcast hosted by Action Property Management, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Action Property Management hosts The Uncommon Area, a business show with 100 episodes published.

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  The Uncommon Area

  Are We Thinking About HOAs All Wrong? | Ep. 96

  Jul 21, 202651 min

  Are homeowners associations businesses, governments, or something entirely different? In Episode 96 of The Uncommon Area, Matthew Holbrook sits down with attorney David Graf, partner at Moeller Graf, to explore one of the most important questions in community association management. Together, they discuss why the most successful HOAs require more than sound finances and legal compliance. From stewardship and fiduciary duty to communication, compassion, and community reputation, this conversation challenges conventional thinking about what it means to lead an association well. You'll hear practical examples of how boards can reduce conflict, build trust, and make decisions that strengthen their communities for the long term. Whether you're an HOA board member, community manager, homeowner, or industry professional, this episode offers a fresh perspective on creating communities where people truly love where they live. In this episode: Are HOAs businesses, governments, or something else? Why stewardship creates stronger communities How communication can reduce conflict Balancing fiduciary duty with compassion Why reputation matters more than many boards realize Subscribe to The Uncommon Area for conversations that help reimagine HOAs and equip leaders to build stronger communities. Follow The Uncommon Area for expert-led discussions on HOA law, governance, and property management best practices. Rather watch the episode? Subscribe to our YouTube channe l or go to our page . Have a topic you’d like covered? Email us at marketing@actionlife.com or follow us on Facebook , Instagram , or LinkedIn .

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  How Can $1 Protect Your HOA? | Ep. 95

  Jul 8, 202630 min

  How do homeowners associations make sure their voices are heard when new legislation is proposed? In this episode of The Uncommon Area, host Matthew Holbrook is joined by Mike Perlof, Director of Client Services at Fenton Grant Law Group and President of the Community Associations Institute (CAI) Orange County Chapter, along with Cory Neubauer, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Nextier Insurance Services and an active volunteer leader with CAI-CLAC, the California Legislative Action Committee. Together, they discuss how CAI-CLAC advocates for California community associations, educates legislators, and helps shape legislation that affects millions of homeowners. They also explain the Buck A Door program, which encourages HOAs to contribute $1 per door, per year or more to help fund legislative advocacy that benefits community associations throughout California. Whether you're a board member, community manager, or industry professional, this episode offers valuable insight into how advocacy works, why it matters, and how you can help strengthen the future of California HOAs. Resources HOA boards, community managers, and industry partners are encouraged to support CAI-CLAC's Buck A Door program by contributing $1 per door, per year or more to help fund legislative advocacy for California community associations. Donate / Learn More https://caiclac.com/donate/ Watch the CAI-CLAC Explainer Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbpAVkszcEA The Buck A Door program is a simple way for California HOAs to support legislative advocacy that directly impacts community associations across the state. CAI-CLAC monitors proposed legislation, educates lawmakers, organizes grassroots outreach, and advocates on issues affecting HOA governance, insurance, assessments, board operations, property rights, and community living. Even a small annual contribution can make a meaningful difference when communities across California participate. For example, a 100-unit association contributing $1 per door would provide $100 annually toward advocacy efforts that help protect and strengthen the HOA industry. CAI-CLAC is not a political action committee and does not contribute to political campaigns. Donations support legislative advocacy, education, communication, lobbying efforts, and grassroots outreach on behalf of California community associations. Mike Perlof: https://www.fentongrant.com/personnel/mike-perlof/ Cory Neubauer: https://nextierins.com/about-us/ Follow The Uncommon Area for expert-led discussions on HOA law, governance, and property management best practices. Rather watch the episode? Subscribe to our YouTube channe l or go to our page . Have a topic you’d like covered? Email us at marketing@actionlife.com or follow us on Facebook , Instagram , or LinkedIn .

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  Episode #92

  AB 130 Revisited [Pt 2]: Are We Overreacting? | Ep. 92

  Jun 2, 202641 minS0

  <p>California HOAs are still trying to fully understand the impact of AB 130, and according to attorney Dirk Petchul, many boards may be focusing on the wrong things.</p><p></p><p>In this episode of The Uncommon Area, Matthew Holbrook sits down with Dirk to break down the real-world implications of AB 130, including HOA fine limitations, “cured” violations, enforcement confusion, and the legal gray areas community associations are now navigating across California.</p><p>The conversation explores:</p><p> • AB 130 explained for HOA boards</p><p> • California HOA enforcement changes</p><p> • The $100 HOA fine limitation</p><p> • What qualifies as...

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  Episode #91

  AB 130 Revisited [Pt 1]: The Enforcement Challenges Facing HOAs | Ep. 91

  May 19, 202634 minS0

  <p>California HOAs are still adjusting to the realities of AB 130 months after the law reshaped HOA enforcement rules across the state.</p><p>In this episode of The Uncommon Area, Matthew Holbrook is joined by HOA attorney Maria Kao for Part 1 of a two-part AB 130 series focused on one major question:</p><p>How can HOA boards enforce community standards when traditional fines are no longer an effective deterrent?</p><p>The conversation explores:</p>California HOA fine limitations under AB 130Repeat and ongoing violationsHOA reimbursement assessmentsHealth and safety exemptionsHearing procedures and enforcement policiesShort-term rental enforcementAmenity suspension and alternative...

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  Episode #90

  When HOA Meetings Go Wrong: Texas Law & Codes of Conduct | Ep. 90

  May 5, 202651 minS0

  <p>What happens when a homeowner refuses to leave a board meeting? When a fellow board member is exposing the association to liability? When one resident sends 173 emails in four months and every single one is technically civil?</p><p></p><p>In Episode 90 of The Uncommon Area, Matthew Holbrook is joined by Texas HOA and condominium attorney Teddy Holtz to explore one of the most pressing challenges in community association management: what to do when civility breaks down.</p><p></p><p>From meeting notice requirements to codes of conduct, from disruptive homeowners to dysfunctional boards, this episode gives...

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