San Jose, CA HOA and Real Estate Attorneys

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California has many complex laws that govern real estate transactions, land use issues, and homeowners associations (HOAs). Not only should all real estate matters comply with all relevant laws and regulations, but there is also the chance that private parties will disagree, someone might breach a contract, or something else might happen that results in
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What to Do if there is a Problem with Your HOA

HOA boards
Many homeowners enjoy the benefits of a homeowner’s association (HOA) – that is, until problems arise. Then, an HOA can be a difficult entity to deal with. If you have a conflict arising with your HOA, you should always remain calm and polite, but if you believe your rights are being violated, contact a California
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How to Properly Amend CC&Rs

HOA attorney
When a homeowner’s association (HOA) puts in place specific covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs), they are expected to last and be followed by all homeowners in the community. However, times change, and some rules might not be warranted or appropriate, and one or more homeowners might want the CC&Rs changed. There is a process to
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Reasonable Accommodations for Disabilities by an HOA

Discrimination Attorney
The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) in California and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) both strictly prohibit discrimination against individuals in housing matters based on an actual or perceived disability. This includes not depriving rights to individuals with disabilities, as well as providing reasonable accommodations to those with disabilities when requested. What
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HOA Board Meetings Via Zoom

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The COVID-19 pandemic has prevented many of us from gathering with those outside our households unless it is absolutely necessary, and this can apply to meetings of directors of homeowner associations (HOAs). It’s safe to say that 2020 will go down in history as the year of the Zoom meeting, and HOA director meetings are
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Common Reasons for HOA Litigation

HOA litigation attorney
Many legal issues can arise when you are serving on an HOA Board. Our Los Gatos HOA attorneys aim to resolve any legal disputes involving HOAs in an efficient manner, including through mediation or arbitration. However, certain situations might arise in which a party – such as a homeowner – files a lawsuit in civil
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HOAs Might Need Collection Assistance

HOA collections attorney
An important function of homeowner associations (HOAs) is to assess and collect dues from homeowners. These dues provide funding for common area maintenance and other projects and services provided by the HOA for the community. However, anyone on an HOA Board can tell you that homeowners can be delinquent in paying their dues, and collecting
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