I'm interested in experiences owners/managers have had with remote/wifi technology such as Nest - I'm thinking mainly for climate control, but also for things like security.I like Nest's integrated system, though I'm a little concerned the thermostat might be TOO smart - I don't need a system that learns patterns when there will be no pattern to guests and their preferences.What systems do you use, particularly that are high on functionality but low on cost?  

If its small , it might just be a function of the existing park and you wont want to place much value on it.  

The state got tired of dealing with complaints like yours and wrote a whole set of laws outlining how HOAs must function.

This is not Arizona where there is a never-ending amount of land, buildings become functionally obsolete and a market crash severely impacts the property owners.

There are a many banks that have small business bank accounts that are functionally free (for example, if you also maintain a personal account there, or you have a minimum balance or number of transactions).

Many condo owners enlist a PM firm because they can fulfill that function as well as handle bookings, cleaning, etc.

Good functional boiler based heating in the building.

Yes, I have used Buildium with a client and have been impressed with the reporting functions.

I understand the time and costs involved in getting licensed, but I'm not well versed on how to actually function once I have the credentials.My understanding is, I have to work with a managing broker, and have some kind of deal with them.

As well as to protect yourself.What we ultimately did in our situation was to write a contract between the homeowner and I whereby the homeowner functioned as the landlord and made the decisions, with me working in an advisory capacity.