February HOA News
News you can use from Bersh HOA
Buyer Tips in HOA Communities
Make sure you understand what you are getting into when buying a home in an HOA community. While no two HOA’s are alike, asking some basic questions will help you know what you are getting into before moving in.
Costs = when and how much does the HOA charge their residents? Find out where the money gets spent. Have there been any special assessments or are there any potential upcoming assessments in the near future?
Benefits = these should go hand in hand with costs. What are the benefits you will enjoy from living in an HOA community and are the fees worth it? Is there a pool, community center, tennis courts, etc.?
Rules = ask for the HOA’s by-laws and the most common infractions which residents encounter. Things like parking, pets, yards, and so on are typical hot spots for HOA communities. Take the time to drive around the community and look at residents homes. Maybe the HOA is too loose with the by-laws if you see houses unkept or yards full of clutter.
Board Members = ask to speak to a board member and get a feel for how they govern the community. Are they there to protect it and speak as an advocate for the homeowner or is it an adversarial relationship? Speak to current residents to get a different point of view.
*Ultimately, you as a buyer are in control. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and know your rights as a homeowner in an HOA!
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Ongoing Saga in Florida
After the arrests: What’s next for Hammocks HOA?
Virginia Q&A
Gate Problems?
Neighbors in Auburndale gated community on high alert after uptick in dangerous encounters
Law Changes in Maryland
Couple’s feud with homeowners association over lawn leads to change in state law
Solar Panels
Connecticut homeowner associations can no longer block solar installations
Recall!
Homeowner wants to recall entire HOA board
Fish Problem
Fish Dying In Area HOA Lakes As Cold Weather Sets In
Trouble in Texas
HOA votes to terminate contract with Texas Pride
Texas Laws
State Bill Aims at Outlawing HOAs From Banning Section 8 Renters
Insurance Feud
HOA Sues Hanover Insurance Over Legal Fees in Leasing Restriction Claims | Daily Report
Flooding in Utah
HOA suspects plenty of blame in Draper flooding, others say no
Florida HOA Fees
Short-term rentals, HOA rules contributing to high rents, Florida Atlantic University study says
Florida Q&A
If Common-Area Tree Falls, Who Pays?
Surveillance
Sinkhole
Displaced State College residents looking for answers after sinkhole
Explosion
After condo explosion, displaced families are paying fees on homes that 'no longer exist'
Houston HOA Legal Questions Q&A
HOA Insurance
Spruce Announces Industry's First HOA Rental Coverage Policy for Investors
Voter Influence
Can an HOA Manager Give Voting Advice?
Upset Residents in South Carolina
Homeowner’s association under scrutiny by Columbia residents
Unhappy Tenant
Accused Longwood arsonist battled HOA before fire, records show
Mailbox Crash
Copperfield homeowners stuck in feud between USPS and HOA over mailbox damaged in car accident
Albuquerque HOA’s
Associations help build community, keep residential areas up to snuff
Balcony Trouble
No need to evacuate Pembroke Pines condos, but balconies deemed ‘structurally compromised’
What does $328 in Monthly Fees get you in California
$2.4 Million Homes in California
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