Homeowners often take pride in beautifying their outdoor spaces, making them enjoyable and comfortable. However, when a homeowner’s outdoor plans clash with their HOA guidelines, frustration can arise. 1. Review the HOA guidelines thoroughly The first step in resolving an outdoor dispute with your HOA is to carefully examine the association’s guidelines and restrictions. Familiarize […]

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Homeowners associations help maintain the standards of living within residential communities. They keep neighborhoods looking aesthetically pleasing. However, despite their benefits, they can also cause frustration and cross lines. At times, they may even harass certain homeowners. Excessive fines and penalties One form of harassment by an HOA involves imposing excessive fines and penalties on […]

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A homeowners association, or HOA, is a group of members that creates and enforces rules in a community. The community can consist of individual houses, townhomes or a condo building. Residents generally pay fees to the HOA, although the amount paid varies based on the community and location. The number of rules and how well […]

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Living in a community with a homeowner’s association comes with certain rules and regulations designed to maintain uniformity and preserve property values. However, sometimes HOAs may overstep their boundaries and impose restrictions that significantly limit a homeowner’s personal choices and individuality. One such example revolves around whether an HOA can dictate what homeowners can plant […]

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Homeowners’ associations in California have the responsibility of maintaining common areas and enforcing community rules and regulations. If homeowners fail to comply with HOA rules, the association can file a lien against the property, leading to serious consequences. This article will explore when an HOA can file a lien against your California home and the […]

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If you live in a community that has a homeowners association, you probably have a right to complain when the community is not running properly. Some board members are more responsive to homeowner complaints than others, of course. If a member is unwilling to listen to your concerns, he or she even might accuse you […]

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If you live in a community that has a homeowners association, you are likely to have to interact with the board eventually. This interaction might come from an enforcement letter or something else. While some of the members of your HOA’s board might be perfectly pleasant, others may seem dictatorial or even abusive. When things […]

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Discrimination is an issue that affects millions of Americans every day. Unfortunately, the existence of discrimination is not always apparent. For example, a Homeowner’s Association (HOA) might use its guidelines to circumvent accusations of discrimination. The California Civil Rights Department explicitly forbids housing discrimination. If you believe an HOA restricts your ability to live in a neighborhood […]

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Purchasing a condominium or home may put you under the rules and guidance of an owner’s association. Developments establish these entities to perform certain duties within the community. There are times when owners and boards disagree. These issues sometimes escalate and wind up in court. Learn about some of the most common reasons owners and […]

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The state Attorney General is a top legal authority. But he or she will not handle every issue that comes up. You cannot expect the AG’s office to take on your case unless it falls under his or her authority. The National Association of Attorneys General explains the basic job duties of this position are to stand […]

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