Living in a homeowners association (HOA) community is becoming increasingly popular. Last year, 41% of homes listed for sale on Realtor.com® had some kind of HOA fee, up from 39% the prior year. But ...

Our HOA requires minutes of all committee meetings, including those involving vendor interactions. When I requested copies, the management confirmed there have been no such minutes taken for at least ...

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Q: Our HOA has suspended reserve deposits, borrowed from reserves without disclosing to members the full borrowed amount or the repayment plan, and not repaid borrowed funds within the required one ...

Across the US, HOAs can be a source of both comfort and controversy for homeowners. For many residents, an HOA helps maintain property values and enforces community standards. For others, it can feel ...

Kelly: What state agency oversees management companies? The management company manager refuses to speak to any of the other board members except the president. D.S., Escondido. Dear C.W., and D.S.: ...

A: Rental units have become a consistent problem to the quality of life in our large HOA community. Our board members and property manager refuse to reveal how many units are rentals. Some of these ...

Q. I was recently informed to attend a hearing in front of the HOA board because my tenant had an unregistered vehicle parked on the driveway. Does the HOA have the authority to violate me because my ...

Q. I received a notice from my homeowners association claiming I was causing a nuisance because my pine tree had left a dusting of needles on my neighbors’ driveways. Isn’t it the HOA’s duty to trim ...

Florida doesn't guarantee a view unless specified in governing documents. HOA members can call special meetings or petition for a receiver if the board is dysfunctional. Condominium boards usually ...