HOA Law

While all homeowners have the responsibility to pay monthly assessments, some tend to miss payment deadlines. As a member of the homeowners association (HOA), you need to collect these fees to maintain the common areas of the subdivision. Creating a payment plan can...

Homeowners’ associations in Texas are designed to keep communities organized, attractive and consistent with shared standards. They set guidelines that protect property values and help maintain a sense of order across the neighborhood. Rules are important in achieving...

Homeowner associations (HOAs) have legal authority. Owners buying into HOA communities generally sign agreements acknowledging the HOA’s bylaws and agreeing to the fees imposed to live in the community. HOA bylaws typically include provisions intended to protect the...

Homeowner’s associations (HOAs) often play a major role in determining community rules that are aimed at maintaining or increasing property values in the neighborhood. These rules can dictate many facets of life in the covered area, but there are limits to what’s...

Homeowners associations (HOAs) serve several key purposes. They help make certain amenities accessible by providing resources such as pools and gyms that individual homeowners may not be able to maintain or afford. They also help preserve community standards, often by...

Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs) are designed to preserve property values and maintain a harmonious neighborhood experience. However, while many HOA bylaws provide necessary structure, some can unintentionally drive potential residents away. When rules feel overly...

Homeowners’ associations (HOAs) are crucial for maintaining community standards, helping ensure shared amenities remain in top condition and fostering neighborhood harmony. When homeowners fall behind on their dues, HOAs can face financial hardships. They may seek...

When people buy homes in an HOA, they need to understand that there are specific rules they have to follow. These rules could go far beyond things that they would expect anywhere else. For instance, some homeowners' associations will have a no-pet policy or a no-dog...

Many people believe that their debts, like unpaid bills or fines, disappear when a person passes. However, in HOA communities, that is not always the case. Some families are surprised to find out that unpaid HOA dues and fines can follow a property long after a loved...

When people talk about homeowners’ associations, they often talk about the rules and regulations. The association can tell residents where to park, how many people can live in a home, what style choices they have to use when doing renovations and things of this...