Category: HOA
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The Fine Was Unfair. Can the Association Put a Lien on My Condo and Drive Me Out?
Got HOA questions? You’re not alone. Nearly one in three deed holders today live with a homeowners’ association (HOA). Most new houses, along with traditional condo properties, are developed for associations. HOAs have authority to fine those who defy their rules. Ignore these fines, and you might find a lien on the title one day.…
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Working With a Homeowner’s Association: Amending a Master Deed in 7 Steps
If the home you bought is part of an association, it has a master deed. Ever since your fellow unit owners received the property from the original developer, the world has been changing. The owners’ quality of life might, from time to time, be supported through changes to the property’s governing documents. So, the condo…
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So Many Homes in HOAs—Is This the Future of Houses?
It’s your deed. But it could come with community-wide restrictions, as well as a long list of homeowners’ association rules that support those restrictions. If you value privacy and autonomy, this might be just what you’re trying to avoid. You want ownership — not other people telling you how to live. But it’s getting harder…
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Condo Shopping: Does My Agent Warn Me About HOA Red Flags?
Many of today’s buyers want condos. They’re compact and low-maintenance. Condos are cheaper, typically, than standalone homes. Still, it’s entirely possible to make a costly mistake by missing condo warning signs. Sometimes, a real estate agent notices things the buyer won’t. A good agent becomes that extra pair of eyes, extra ears and nose… Alert…
