Michael P. Mullen, C.P.A.
Certified Public Accountants
Protecting Your HOA Finances When Ballots Go Out Election season can put a spotlight on your association’s money like nothing else. When ballots go out, questions about dues, special assessments, and past spending move to the center of every conversation. If the numbers are not clear and consistent, trust can break down fast. Both board …
Stop HOA Fraud Before It Starts Fraud in a condo, HOA, cooperative, or timeshare often starts small. A trusted volunteer signs a few extra checks. A manager pays a personal bill from the operating account, then puts it back later, until one day they do not. Months go by before anyone notices, and by then …
Elevating Financial Health for Thriving Communities Community associations carry a lot on their shoulders. Boards are expected to keep buildings safe, common areas attractive, and neighbors happy, all while staying on top of rules and tight budgets. The money side of that work is not simple, and it affects every owner in a very real …
Turn Last Year’s Numbers Into This Year’s Roadmap Pre-budget season can sneak up fast on board members and managers. One minute you are dealing with daily maintenance, and the next you are staring at a blank spreadsheet trying to guess next year’s numbers. The good news is you do not need to guess. Your HOA …
Turn Year-End Numbers Into HOA Audit Readiness Strong HOA financial statements protect your community. They keep board members confident, help answer owner questions, and make your annual audit smoother and faster. When your numbers are clean and clear, your auditor can focus on confirming what you already know instead of untangling surprises. Late spring and …
Choose an Audit Partner Who Knows Community Associations Choosing the right association audit firm is one of the most important decisions your board will make each year. Your audit touches everything that matters to your community, from the accuracy of the budget to reserve planning, insurance renewals, and even how confident owners feel at the …
