Can an HOA stop me from making ‘improvements’?
Dr. HOA, I live in a homeowners association that was created in the late 1980s. For years, the association landscape...
Read moreCan association say “bah humbug” to my decor?
Dr. HOA, I installed Christmas lights and decorations, and I received a threatening violation letter stating that if I did...
Read moreCould my HOA face a coup d’e` tat?
We have some disgruntled homeowners in our HOA that are talking of starting their own association. Is that possible? The...
Read moreBylaws require boards to meet
Dr. HOA, I have some issues with how our association is maintaining many of the common areas throughout our community,...
Read moreCan my HOA interfere with my satellite?
Dr. HOA, I recently had a satellite dish installed at my condominium, and I received a letter from the HOA...
Read moreHOAs, 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 moreMake sure your HOA properly vets vendors/contractors
Dr. HOA, I recently joined the board of directors for my condominium association after the implementation of a hefty special...
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