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HOA Dues Calculator
HOA Dues Calculator splits the budget; whether the reserve line is adequate is the question that decides if there is a special assessment later.
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HOA Dues Calculator
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Using HOA Dues Calculator to calculate and analyze your data.
How the HOA Dues Calculator works
- Enter the total annual budget including the reserve contribution.
- Choose the allocation basis your governing documents specify — this is set by the deed or scheme, not chosen freely each year.
- Check the reserve against a schedule of major works. An underfunded reserve becomes a special assessment, which is the same money with worse timing.
The method
Charges are the annual budget apportioned across units by whichever basis the governing documents set.
per unit = (operating budget + reserve contribution) x unit share
Allocation basis matters: equal splits and floor-area splits can differ by a substantial margin for the largest and smallest units in a building.
FAQ
Who decides the allocation basis?
The governing documents — the deed, lease or scheme. It is generally not something a committee can change year to year, and disputes about it are legal rather than budgetary.
How much should go to reserves?
Enough to fund the schedule of major works without a special assessment. That requires a survey of what needs replacing and when — roof, lifts, external decoration — rather than a percentage rule.
Why do special assessments happen?
Because the reserve was underfunded relative to the works actually needed. Keeping dues low by underfunding reserves does not save money; it defers it into a larger and less convenient bill.
How we compare
| Feature | Online Tool Store | A spreadsheet | An advisor consultation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple allocation bases | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Reserve contribution shown | ✓ | ✗ | Sometimes |
| No sign-up | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Nothing uploaded | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
HOA Dues Calculator splits the budget; whether the reserve line is adequate is the question that decides if there is a special assessment later.