HOAs and Political Signs

California HOA Attorney
In this political climate, people are expressing their own opinions far more often. One way that they do so is by displaying signs for their preferred candidates or point of view on their front yards. No matter the viewpoint, California HOAs usually cannot prohibit yard signs or place limits on how homeowners may restrict themselves.
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Can Mediation Help an HOA Dispute?

HOA Dispute Attorney
HOA litigation should only be your option of last resort when you are in a dispute with a homeowner. Litigation can be costly and bitter, and it should only be reserved for the most intractable disputes that cannot be resolved any other way. Otherwise, mediation is one way to resolve a bitter disagreement that would
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Can an HOA Member Sue the Association?

HOA attorney in San Jose
Residential homeowners may end up in disputes with their HOA. It happens all too often when people’s homes are involved. Homeowners often take issue with HOA rules, or they have complaints about how the HOA is being run. Unfortunately, litigation is a common tool that motivated homeowners may use against the HOA. They may even
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Financial Discrepancies with HOAs

Cupertino, CA HOA Attorneys
Homeowners associations have a tremendous responsibility. They collect dues from members and use the money to manage the HOA. They must maintain a balance in the financial account to pay for repairs and capital projects as they are needed. HOAs must report to the members about their finances. Members have the right to know about
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HOA Election Rules in California

HOA election rules
California HOA laws require that each HOA have rules that govern their elections. A recent amendment to the law gave even more requirements for HOAs to follow. Their rules must be detailed and cover many situations relating to votes taken by the membership. Election requirements do not just apply to votes for directors and members
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Fire Prevention for California HOAs

California HOA Attorney
With all of the fire concerns in certain areas of California, it is wise for all HOAs – even outside of wildfire risks – to review fire prevention in common areas and all buildings in the community. Fires are always a hazard, and an HOA might face serious liability if it does not take proper
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General Liability Insurance for HOAs

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Owning property comes with different insurance requirements, and this is no different for homeowner associations (HOAs). These entities that oversee multi-resident communities must carry general liability insurance coverage. These policies are in place to protect owners from liability if any type of harm arises from common area activity. This liability insurance should cover different situations,
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Discrimination Concerns for HOAs and Members

California HOA attorney
Both the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) protect Californians from discrimination in housing-related matters, which includes homeowner associations (HOAs). If an HOA is accused of discrimination, it can face costly lawsuits. On the other hand, if an HOA discriminates against you, the law gives you the right
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What are Special Assessments?

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If you live in an HOA community, you know you have to pay regular dues to contribute to the upkeep of the community. However, there are additional costs you might incur called special assessments, and these can be costly and difficult to plan for. If your HOA tries to demand excessive special assessments, you should
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Common Areas and HOAs

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One benefit of living in a community with an HOA is that you have the right to use well-maintained common areas. These might include lobbies, courtyards, fitness rooms, pools, and more. Different HOAs have different rules regarding who can use which common areas and who is responsible for the upkeep of such areas. Such rules
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