If you've never lived in a community with a homeowners association (HOA) before, you might wonder about the differences between HOA rules and city regulations. There are a few, but there is also ...

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 ...

If you live in a community with a homeowners association (HOA), you know the frustrations that can come with fighting an uphill battle over a front door color or a new tree in your yard. Fighting a ...

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 ...

Moving into a multi-unit dwelling presents a distinctly different experience compared to relocating to a single-family home. Beyond the usual logistical challenges of packing, organizing, and ...

One reader asked why there isn't more government oversight over homeowners associations. Here's what Curious Texas found out ...

Q: A neighbor walks the community daily with their dog off-leash. When asked to have the dog on a leash because of homeowners association rules, the neighbor replied that her dog is a support animal ...

Q: Is a condo HOA required to have written rules and procedures for handling emergencies such as fire, water, etc. We live in a 359-unit condo community. We had a fire emergency (recently). Clark ...