Homeowners associations (HOAs) can benefit many neighborhoods, but some people feel disrespected by how they are run. That's because HOAs have a reputation for imposing strict rules and fines, which ...

Lea Uradu, J.D., is a Maryland state registered tax preparer, state-certified notary public, certified VITA tax preparer, IRS annual filing season program participant, and tax writer. Suzanne is a ...

A homeowners association (HOA) can have some benefits, such as maintaining homes' curb appeal, maintaining common areas, and covering amenities like parks and recreational activities. However, there ...

In your search for a home, you might have considered whether you want to live in a community with a homeowners' association (HOA). Making that decision comes down to fully understanding what ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whether dinged for excessive noise or poor curb appeal, homeowners facing fines for violations often report frustration. 35% ...

Electing a board of directors is one of the most important functions the membership plays in a community association ("HOA"). The board of directors is tasked with making important decisions on behalf ...

In 2024, Civil Code 4926 will permit 100% virtual meetings along with the current in-person and hybrid meeting formats. Readers have submitted numerous questions since the pandemic (and explosion of ...

Homeowners may face challenges when their HOA fails to maintain common areas like ponds or landscaping. Suing an HOA can be a costly and lengthy process with no guarantee of success. Question: We have ...

Q: Our HOA ballot package for the board election included three candidate statements that endorsed themselves as a slate, one of whom also criticized their opponent. In the past, candidate statements ...