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Stepping into a seat on your homeowners association (HOA) board can feel like inheriting a house with the lights already on. Things are running, but you did not set them up, and you are now responsible for keeping them working. Choices the previous board made still...
There are multiple advantages to buying a condominium or co-op, including shared amenities, reduced maintenance responsibilities and a sense of community. However, if you are considering purchasing a unit, you need to evaluate more than just the property itself....
Many Texas homeowners are surprised to learn that a homeowners' association may have the ability to place a lien on property for unpaid assessments. In certain situations, that lien can eventually lead to foreclosure proceedings. However, an HOA does not have...
In many cases, a homeowners association can instruct homeowners to park in their garage, rather than on the street. A key detail is often whether it is a private or public street. But Texas law does allow for parking restrictions, so HOAs are allowed to set...
Politics has always been a potentially volatile topic. It’s become even more so in recent years. With midterm elections coming up in Texas and across the country this November and primaries just around the corner, it seems like a good time to discuss what homeowners’...
An HOA often has the power to limit or prohibit renting or subletting a property. This should be spelled out in the CC&Rs that a buyer signs when they initially join the HOA. These documents can regulate the use of the property, which may include stating that the...
No homeowners’ association (HOA) wants to seek foreclosure on someone’s home to recover dues, assessments and other debts. This is a last resort. It can be costly, time-consuming and upsetting to other homeowners. An HOA can take multiple steps before foreclosure to...
Many homes are located in areas that are governed by homeowners' associations (HOAs), which must comply with very specific laws in Texas. An HOA can collect dues and enforce neighborhood rules. Because of this, they must maintain clear and organized records. Texas...
A homeowners’ association (HOA) often charges dues or fees. In exchange, homeowners may receive certain amenities. The HOA may take care of snow removal, trash removal or lawn care. They may provide shared amenities like tennis courts or a community pool. When many...
Homeowners sometimes express a desire to own their homes independently, even though they are part of a homeowners’ association. Perhaps they are tired of paying dues, or maybe there have been conflicts over rules and regulations. A homeowner may say that they are...