HOAs, members have options for settling debts
Dr. HOA, I have been responsible for paying the HOA dues on my mother’s condo and, admittedly, I fell behind....
Read moreHow homeowners can keep oversight on associations
Dr. HOA, I live in a homeowners association consisting of several hundred single-family homes. I am concerned because our dues...
Read moreHow HOAs handle disciplinary action
Dr. HOA, I recently received a letter from my association’s management company that they are fining me $50 for adding...
Read moreEarthquake insurance not always a solid buy for HOAs
Dr. HOA, I live in a townhome with a homeowners association. I recently purchased earthquake insurance for my home, but...
Read moreCan a builder hold majority on a homeowners association?
Dr. HOA, We recently moved into a new community, and I would like to join the board of directors. The...
Read moreIncompetent managers and due hikes without a vote
Dr. HOA, I began attending my association’s board meetings earlier this year after learning that our dues were going up...
Read moreNo pools or parks, so why do I really need an HOA?
Dr. HOA, I live in a homeowners association, but we don’t have a clubhouse, pool or park like other homeowners...
Read moreMy homeowners association can’t do that, can it?
Dr. HOA, I received a correspondence from my mortgage company that my homeowners association filed a lien on my property...
Read moreThe importance of knowing your HOA
Dr. HOA, I recently moved into a new townhome community, which has a homeowners association. When I closed escrow, I...
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