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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....
When individuals live in communities governed by a homeowners' association and share a common property line, questions about certain rights and responsibilities regarding trees on that line are not uncommon. According to the Homeowners' Protection Bureau, disputes...
Moving into a new home is exciting and a bit overwhelming, especially if you moved into a home belonging to a homeowners association. There are more than 347,000 home owners associations spread throughout Texas and across the United States. While homeowners...
In September of 2021, several new homeowners' association laws went into effect that may impact both these organizations and homeowners alike. According to the Texas Realtors website, Texas Legislature passed these new rules to bring a more even balance between the...
When you live in a Texas community with an HOA, you may receive notices regarding meetings to discuss community concerns. While it is certainly not mandatory to attend these meetings, there are some valuable benefits that may come from your participation. Knowing what...