HOA Management Company Lakewood

Making Association Management Easier

Serving Lakewood

Westward360 manages homeowner and condominium associations throughout the Lakewood area. Lakewood communities are supported by our Denver regional office, with on-site visits, inspections, and board meetings scheduled as part of your management plan. If proximity to a physical office matters to your board, we’re happy to talk through exactly how on-site coverage works for your community before you sign anything.

HOA Management Services

Homeowners associations are quite popular in Lakewood. These communities attract residents thanks to convenient services and facilities. But managing such associations requires time, skill, and attention.

Most HOAs are managed by volunteer board members. These volunteers must balance many responsibilities, including dues collection, common area maintenance, rule enforcement, and legal compliance. All things considered, the job can quickly become overwhelming.

This is where professional association management in Lakewood comes into play.

Full service

Low flat fee, team approach built for speed, access to our entire suite of services and support.

Starting from

$ 400/mo

360Premier

Concierge-level support, low building-to-manager ratios with dedicated property manager and support team

Starting from

$ 1000/mo

OnSite

Full-time onsite management for community associations .

Starting from

$ 8/mo

Per Unit + Manager Salary

Hybrid

Premier + part time onsite management for community associations

Starting from

$ 8/mo

Per Unit + $400 A Day

Financial Only

Full Accounting Coverage

Starting from

$ 250/mo

Westward360 is proud to hold the AAMC designation. AAMC designation signals that your management company meets a high bar for experience, ethics, and operational standards—giving boards extra confidence in the quality and consistency of service.

Features

FULL SERVICE
Starting From
$350/mo
(25 units max)

PREMIER
Starting From
$1000 /mo

ONSITE
Starting From
$8/unit/month +
Manager Salary

FINANCIAL
Starting From
$250/mo

licensed property managerLicensed Manager
?Managers are put through a rigorous training program, where they start by working through each area of the business – all before being handed a single property. All of our property managers are CAM licensed and in good standing.
Licensed Team Dedicated Dedicated
association meetingsAssociation Meetings
?Managers will meet with the Board in accordance with the Association’s Bylaws to keep things on track. We guide you by serving up actionable strategies to save money, protect assets and enforce the rules and values of your association. Quarterly reporting is robust and easy to understand.
Quarterly-Virtual* Quarterly Monthly
inspectionsProperty Inspections
?Our Property Inspectors will visit your property and provide a detailed Inspection Report. Inspectors utilize the latest technology to document and report potential and existing short and long term brick and mortar issues.
Annual Seasonal Seasonal
budgetBudget Analysis
?We guide you through a process that ensures the health and ongoing security of your homeowner or condo association. Good property management relies heavily on smart budgeting and good reporting. We bring the tools and experience to make this process easy and repeatable year over year.
Annually Annually Annually
maintenance calendarMaintenance Calendar
?Setting up a sound maintenance plan is something we’re passionate about. We believe in putting the important stuff on a seasonal schedule, priced out ahead of time, so there are no surprises and no slip ups when it comes to important, seasonal preventative maintenance.
Annually Annually Annually
property walk throughProperty Walk-through
?Your Property Manager will walk the common areas of the building to ensure the property is in good condition, rules are being followed, and contracted maintenance is being completed.
Initial Monthly Weekly
property journalProperty Journals
?Our proprietary Property Journals are something we create for each association during the onboarding process. It captures basics like number of units, FEIN, quorum requirements, etc., and also granular details like shutoff locations, access instructions, intercoms, storage locations, mechanical logs and more. We also track all active maintenance contracts, expiration dates, vendor preferences, and your recurring maintenance calendar.
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24 hour support24hr Support
?Our customer support team is second to none. They care deeply about resolving issues and work diligently to consistently improve our service. They are available to you 24-hours a day for routine issues as well as serious emergencies. They use each association’s Property Journal to act quickly to resolve inquiries.
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emergency servicesEmergency Service
?Our Team is available live 24x7x365. We work closely with our boards to customize their emergency protocol. Protocols and detailed information are added to each Property Journal and used by our Emergency Response team. Every emergency is different, but we show up consistently every time.
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web portalWeb Portal
?We're partnered with Vantaca, giving our clients a web based platform with best-in-class accounting features, real-time financial reporting, banking automation, client communication, and document storage.
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real time financialsReal-time Financials
?Board members have access to all income and expense information real-time. Real-time financial reporting includes: Balance Sheets, Budget Statements, Current Homeowners, Homeowner Statements, and Delinquency Reports.
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collectionCollection of Assessments & Bill Pay
?We make it easy to collect assessments, virtually or manually, and provide expertise to ensure you’re collecting in a timely manner. Bill pay is a core part of our service – we set it up, receive and pay your association bills while making the tracking, payment and reconciliation process a snap.
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operations and supportOperations & Maintenance Support
?Our Team will not only manage the day-to-day issues that may arise, but also manage budgeted projects and recurring maintenance. In doing this, we will develop a scope of work, collect comparable bids and report on status through completion.
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capital projectsCapital Projects
?Upon request, we can provide a cost to help your association’s capital projects move smoothly via our Capital Coordinators. Vendor coordination, board and owner communication, onsite/logistics planning and consistent updates will reduce the stresses these endeavors bring.
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project loansProject Loans
?We also can provide the resources to help secure financing options, track loan payments and amortization, and manage special assessments so the board can rest assured that inflows and outflows are precise and timely.
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*During business hours

Your Local Team Members

Steven Walz

Steve Walz CMCA, AMS

Branch Manager
adrien

Adrien Barker

Regional Director
Kimberly Sutherland

Kimberly Sutherland AMS, CMCA, PCAM

President
Chelsey Kelly

Chelsey Kelly

Vice President of Client Success

Association Management in Lakewood

Located in Jefferson County, Lakewood has an estimated population of 156,000 residents. It is situated between downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountain foothills.

Lakewood is known for its sprawling landscapes and wide-open spaces. It features over 7,400 acres of parks and open spaces, along with 240 miles of trails. The city also boasts plenty of shopping opportunities and attractions, particularly Belmar, Colorado Mills, and the Lakewood Heritage Center.

Other notable points of interest include Bear Creek Lake Park, William F. Hayden Park, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, Kendrick Lake Park, Addenbrooke Park, Crown Hill Park, and Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park.

Our Lakewood Association Management Services

Westward360 offers association management services to neighborhoods throughout Lakewood. Our association management services include:

Licensed Manager

We have licensed managers who can perform routine inspections and provide urgent support to self-managed boards.

Inspections and Maintenance

We perform consistent inspections to ensure your community remains neat and well-maintained. Our team also monitors vendors closely to confirm the completion of deliverables.

Budgeting and Financial Reporting

We assist with annual budget preparation, ensuring projections are as close as possible to actual figures. We also provide accurate and transparent financial reporting.

Collections and Bills Payment

Our team collects dues and assessments in accordance with your association’s collection policies. We also handle invoice processing, ensuring vendors are paid on time.

Rule Enforcement

Our managers help enforce your community’s rules fairly and consistently. This promotes compliance with association standards without increasing conflict.

Capital Projects

We handle capital improvements and other projects from start to finish.

Administrative Support

Our team plans board meetings, prepares critical documents, and maintains association records. We also offer board training and guidance.

24-Hour Emergency Support

We offer 24-hour emergency response for urgent matters.

Types of Associations We Manage

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many years have you been in business?
    • We were founded in 2006.
  • How many associations do you manage?
    • We’re proud to call more than 50,000 communities, comprising condominium, townhome, cooperative and homeowner associations, our clients.
  • What size of associations do you work with?
    • Westward360 has packages to fit any size association. No association is too big or too small.
  • Do you have a web-based platform?
    • Yes, of course. Our clients love the Vantaca® platform. It allows them to easily pay assessments, make requests and get association information whenever they need it.
  • Are we able to see financials real time?
    • Definitely. The Vantaca® platform allows you to see all income and expense detail in real time. It also allows you to easily produce robust financial reports.
  • Is emergency service included? How does it work?
    • Yes, you can call us toll-free any time, day or night, and a Westward360 employee will answer the phone to address your needs – not an answering service.
  • What’s your response time for non-emergencies?
    • Your requests are important to us. We are committed to responding to you within 1 business day and our internal task system can prove it!
  • What’s your response time for emergencies?
    • We are here for you 24/7 to take your emergency calls and get you the help you need immediately.
  • How many buildings do your community managers manage?
    • Full-time on-site community managers are dedicated to their assigned building and supported by a supervisor with no more than 5 managers reporting to them.
    • Premier community managers oversee between 4-12 buildings depending on the size of each building. They are also supported by a dedicated assistant property manager.
    • Full service properties are supported by a management team that has an average building to team member of under 10 buildings per person.
    • We pride ourselves on low building-to-manager ratios and are committed to maintaining those ratios for our clients and managers.
  • How often is the manager on site?
    • Depending on management service level, some managers work on site every day, some are on site bi-monthly – some associations only require annual visits.
  • How often do you inspect the property?
    • At a minimum, we provide a detailed inspection and report annually. Depending upon the management service level, associations may qualify for seasonal inspection reporting. Additional inspections are always available.
  • Do you attend meetings?
    • Community managers attend meetings both in-person and virtually.
  • Do you help in drafting the annual budget?
    • Yes, Westward360 guides your annual budget preparation every step of the way. Your financial history, savings opportunities, future plans and improvements are all taken into consideration.
  • Do you manage approved maintenance projects?
    • Our team manages the day-to-day issues that pop up, but also manages your budgeted projects and recurring maintenance. Everything starts with a scope of work, comparable bids when necessary, contracting of the vendor, and report on status through completion.
  • Do you offer capital improvement project management services?
    • Upon request, we can provide a proposal to help your association’s capital projects move smoothly via our Capital Coordinators. Vendor coordination, board and owner communication, onsite/logistics, and consistent updates will reduce the stresses these endeavors bring.
  • Are task requests reportable to the board?
    • Yes, the board gets routine updates via our task system. Each and every task is time-stamped and includes details such as status and history. Upon request we can generate reports to show all tasks initiated and completed during a time period.
  • Do you have a preferred vendor network?
    • Yes, we have access to a network of thousands of vendors. Our network has been carefully vetted for licensing and insurance – plus they are highly rated for value, responsiveness and quality of work.
  • How do you vet and qualify vendors?
    • We have a Compliance Department dedicated to collecting certificates of insurance, W9 documentation, and proof of licensing. We also evaluate them and assign a rating for value, responsiveness, and quality of work.
  • Can we use our own vendors?
    • Absolutely. You can always use the vendor of your choice.
  • At your scale, are you able to find savings for maintenance services and contracts?
    • Based on our portfolio size we receive bulk discounts and are able to provide savings on services such as trash removal, gas & electric, insurance, banking and more.
  • Can you help us create rules and regulations?
    • Definitely. Based on the scale of our portfolio we can provide many examples of rules and regulations that create safety, value and community for your association.
  • Can you address violations?
    • Certainly. Our office is the front line in noting violations and issuing notice based on your rules and regulations. We remove this burden from our boards.
  • Is there a process to address delinquency?
    • Delinquencies are a reality. We’re here to help. Late fees and notifications are automatic. The board of directors is always in the know on delinquency issues and options for resolution.

  • How long is your contract and what is your termination clause?
    • Westward360 agreements include a flexible out-clause dependent upon service level.
  • What is the process for onboarding?
    • Westward360 makes the transition easy. We handle things directly with your existing management company. We develop welcome packets, do meet-and-greets, schedule building inspections, perform our budget analysis, file for change-of-address and complete financial reconciliations, to name a few points in the process.
  • What banking institution will our operating account be with?
    • Vantaca® integrates directly with your operating account so that you are able to see income, expense, and all financial reporting real-time.

  • Who are signers on our operating account?
    • The operating account is opened in the Association’s name. Westward360 has designated signers to securely process payments as needed.

  • Where is the reserve account held?
    • Reserve accounts can be held at the bank of your choice and are separate from the operating account.

A Leading Association Management Company in Lakewood, CO

Westward360 is a proven partner for communities throughout Lakewood. With veteran managers, alert service, and a hands-on approach to community management, we can guide your community towards success. To get started on expert association management in Lakewood, contact us today or request a proposal online!

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