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Your Community Deserves an Insurance Partner Who Actually Understands HOAs

25+ years of community association expertise. California regulatory specialists. Coverage designed by people who've sat in your boardroom.

25+ Years HOA
All 50 States
500+ Communities
25+ Years
HOA Experience
Licensed in
All 50 States
CAI
Member
California
Regulatory Experts
500+
Communities

Sound Familiar?

"Our agent doesn't understand HOA insurance. Every year it's the same scramble—last-minute renewals, confusing coverage questions, and that nagging feeling we're missing something important."
"As a volunteer board member, I feel personally exposed. What if there's a gap in our coverage? What if something happens that we should have prevented? Insurance is confusing, and honestly, a little scary."
  • → Have you ever wondered if your master policy actually covers what you think it covers?
  • → How many hours has your board spent debating insurance decisions—without anyone who really understands it?
  • → When was the last time your agent proactively explained a California regulatory change that affects your community?
  • → What would it mean to have an insurance partner who speaks your language—who's actually sat in HOA board meetings?

Volunteer board members shouldn't need to become insurance experts to protect their community. You deserve a specialist who already is one.

We've Been Where You Are

And We've Spent 25+ Years Solving These Exact Problems

We understand the weight on your shoulders. You're a volunteer, giving your time to protect your neighbors' homes and investment. The last thing you need is an insurance agent who treats HOAs like every other account.

That's why we built BoardWise specifically for community associations. We've sat in board meetings. We've explained coverage to frustrated homeowners. We've navigated the 3 AM phone calls when disaster strikes. We get it.

25+
Years HOA Specialization
500+
Communities Protected
50
States Licensed
CA
Regulatory Specialists

Professional Designations & Industry Leadership

  • CIRMS (Community Insurance & Risk Management Specialist) designee on staff
  • Multiple CAI (Community Associations Institute) chapter memberships
  • Active involvement in CAI events, education, and community outreach
  • Deep carrier relationships with HOA-specialized underwriters
  • Regular presenters at HOA education seminars
  • Ongoing California regulatory monitoring

We've Been in Your Seat

Our team includes members who serve as current board members and board presidents in their own communities. We understand the weight of fiduciary responsibility, the challenge of explaining assessments to homeowners, and the pressure of making decisions that affect your neighbors. When we advise your board, it's not theoretical—we know exactly what you're dealing with because we deal with it too.

Independent Agency, Multiple Options

As an independent agency, we're not captive to any single carrier. This means:

Access to multiple carriers competing for your business
Specialty HOA programs from insurers who focus on associations
Unbiased recommendations based on your needs, not carrier quotas
Leverage when claims happen because we represent you

How It Works: Protection Made Simple

Getting the right coverage for your community doesn't have to be complicated.

1

Policy Review & Gap Analysis

We review your current coverage with HOA-specific expertise. We identify gaps, redundancies, and opportunities most agents miss. You get a clear picture of where you stand—no jargon, no surprises.

2

Custom Coverage Design

Based on your community's specific needs—size, amenities, location, risk profile—we design a master policy that actually fits. We explain every coverage in plain English so your entire board understands.

3

Ongoing Partnership

We don't disappear after binding. You get proactive renewal management, regulatory updates, board education resources, and a direct line when questions arise. We're your partner, not just your policy vendor.

Our Guarantees

✓ No pressure policy reviews ✓ Plain-English explanations ✓ Direct access to specialists ✓ Proactive renewal management

Comprehensive Coverage Built for Community Associations

Every HOA is unique. Your coverage should be too.

Property Coverage

Buildings, common areas, amenities—properly valued at replacement cost, not depreciated values that leave you short.

General Liability

Protection when someone is injured in common areas. Proper limits based on your community's exposure—not cookie-cutter minimums.

Directors & Officers (D&O)

Protects board members personally when decisions are questioned. Volunteers shouldn't risk personal assets serving their community.

Fidelity/Crime Coverage

Protection against theft or fraud—from vendors, management companies, or even board members. Safeguards your reserves.

Umbrella/Excess Liability

Additional liability protection above your primary policies. One serious claim shouldn't devastate your community's finances.

Earthquake & Flood

Specialized catastrophe coverage often excluded from standard policies. Essential in California and flood-prone areas.

California-Specific Expertise

California HOAs face unique regulatory requirements. We stay current so you don't have to.

SB 326 Compliance

Balcony inspection requirements and coverage implications. We help you understand what's required and ensure your policy responds.

SB 800 (Right to Repair)

Construction defect claim navigation and coverage coordination. Complex claims require specialized guidance.

Davis-Stirling Act

Insurance requirement compliance for California associations. We ensure your coverage meets all statutory requirements.

Wildfire Risk

Specialized coverage in high-fire-severity zones. We know which carriers are writing and how to position your community.

Two Paths Forward

WITHOUT THE RIGHT PARTNER
  • ✗ Coverage gaps discovered after a claim
  • ✗ Last-minute renewal scrambles
  • ✗ Personal liability exposure for board members
  • ✗ Special assessments shocking homeowners
  • ✗ Regulatory non-compliance penalties
  • ✗ Board meetings consumed by insurance anxiety
WITH BOARDWISE
  • ✓ Comprehensive coverage with no surprises
  • ✓ Proactive renewal management—months ahead
  • ✓ Protected board members serving with confidence
  • ✓ Reserves protected, finances stable
  • ✓ California compliance handled by experts
  • ✓ Board meetings focused on community—not insurance

Your community's protection shouldn't be left to chance.

What HOA Boards Say About Working With Us

"For the first time in my 8 years on the board, I actually understand our insurance. They found a $200,000 coverage gap our previous agent missed. The peace of mind alone was worth the switch."

— [Name], Board President

[Community Name] HOA, California

"When we had a major water damage claim, they were on the phone with us within hours—guiding us through every step. Our last agent would have taken days to even return our call."

— [Name], Treasurer

[Community Name] Condominiums, California

"They presented to our entire board and explained everything in terms we could actually understand. When a homeowner asked me a coverage question last week, I could answer it confidently."

— [Name], Board Member

[Community Name] Townhomes, California

Questions HOA Boards Ask Us

What affects our HOA insurance premiums?

Several factors determine your community's insurance costs: property values and replacement costs, building age and construction type, location (coastal, wildfire zone, flood zone), claims history, amenities (pools, clubhouses, fitness centers), number of units, and deductible choices.

During your policy review, we'll walk through exactly what's driving your premium and identify opportunities to optimize coverage without sacrificing protection.

What coverage gaps do you see most often?

The most common gaps we discover: inadequate D&O coverage (leaving board members exposed), insufficient fidelity bonds for larger reserve accounts, property valued at actual cash value instead of replacement cost, missing earthquake coverage in California, umbrella policies too low, and gaps between master policy and homeowner policies.

Our policy review specifically examines these blind spots. You'll know exactly where you stand before we recommend changes.

Why use an HOA specialist instead of our current agent?

A generalist agent may be great at home and auto but lack the specialized knowledge HOAs require. HOA insurance involves unique coverage forms, complex regulatory requirements (especially in California), and specific liability exposures that generalists rarely encounter.

The difference shows up in: coverage design that fits community associations, carrier relationships with HOA-specialized underwriters, proactive regulatory monitoring, board education, and claims advocacy from people who understand HOA issues.

What makes an excellent HOA master policy?

A comprehensive policy includes: property coverage at full replacement cost, general liability with proper limits, D&O coverage protecting volunteer board members, fidelity coverage adequate for your reserves, umbrella coverage for catastrophic claims, and earthquake/flood if applicable.

Beyond the policy: proactive renewal management (90+ days advance), board education resources, regulatory compliance guidance, and responsive claims support.

How long does the policy review process take?

Our initial policy review typically takes 1-2 weeks from when we receive your current policies. We'll schedule a 30-45 minute call to walk through findings in plain English.

There's no obligation to make changes; the review itself is valuable regardless of what you decide.

What if we're mid-policy? Can we still switch?

Yes. While it's usually most cost-effective to switch at renewal, we can help mid-term if circumstances warrant. We'll calculate any short-rate cancellation costs and help you determine the best approach.

We'll always give you an honest recommendation, even if it means waiting.

Ready to See What You've Been Missing?

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