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Many Texas homeowner’s association disputes arise over short-term rentals. Homeowners often like to offer short-term rental opportunities because they have the potential to bring in considerable money. However, many HOA communities are restricting their residents from...
Living in a Texas community that has a homeowner’s association in place offers benefits and drawbacks. On one hand, you have recourse if one or more of your neighbors neglects to keep their homes in adequate condition. On the other hand, you may have to abide by any...
A Homeowners Association or HOA does not exist outside the law. While some people may think the HOA has unlimited power, it does not. According to Texas.gov, all HOAs or property owners' associations must have a management certificate. This certificate goes on file...
When looking into buying a home, you have a lot of things to take into consideration and keep in mind. This includes not only the property, its location and the area you live in, but also something called the CC&Rs. Covenants, Conditions And Restrictions...
In 2021, Texas lawmakers passed Senate Bill 1588, which sets new restrictions in terms of how much power homeowners’ associations have over their residents. The bill includes many changes today’s homeowners and HOAs should know about, and many HOAs may have to update...
An HOA or homeowners' association is a property owners' association in Texas. Knowing this terminology will help as you navigate the laws that apply to this type of organization, especially if you wish to bring a lawsuit against one. The Texas State Law Library...
As someone considering buying a new property, perhaps for the first time, you will likely run into Homeowners Associations. These organizations, known as HOAs, will act as the guiding hand in your stay at a certain property. Thus, it is important for you to know as...
Homeowner's Associations (HOAs) often get a rough reputation for their strict rules and the sometimes ridiculous leadership that a board can have. However, almost every planned community has one, so working with them and knowing what to expect is a crucial skill. The...
Whether you recently bought a residence and want to take a look at property owner's association (POA) documents or you run a POA, it is essential to understand various types of POA documents and carefully review them when necessary. Understanding these documents is...
When purchasing real estate, there are a lot of factors to take into consideration. You consider price, neighborhood and proximity to other locations. Another consideration should be whether the property is part of a homeowner's association. According to the U.S....