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Why Don’t HOA Maintenance Responsibilities Include This?
A reader writes: Every unit in our condominium association has a dryer vent. They all need to be cleaned from the outside, but half of

HOA Rule Against Washing My Car
By: Helsing Admin A reader writes: I would like to know why it is appropriate for homeowners to have plants on their decks and use

Why are HOA Collection Fees So High?
(and, why do they happen so quickly?) By: Helsing Admin Delinquent assessments are a serious problem for any homeowners association. Community Associations are typically not-for-profit

HOA Building Projects: Should We Hire a Construction Manager?
By: Helsing Admin Boards of Directors are often resistant to hiring a Construction Manager on larger HOA building projects. This in large part appears to

What is an HOA Board of Directors?
By: Helsing Admin Every association has one, but what exactly is it that an HOA Board of Directors does (or is supposed to do)? Your

We Need a Homeowners Association Loan…Say it Isn’t So!
Have you ever heard the words “We need a homeowners association loan,” uttered at your Board meeting? If not you are one of the fortunate

Understanding Variable HOA Assessments
(and why HOA assessments don’t vary by the same percentage across units) By: Helsing Admin When an association is said to have “variable” HOA assessments

HOA Parking Rules: Too Many Cars, Not Enough Spaces
Answers to a reader’s questions By: Helsing Admin Can [1] HOA parking rules limit the number of vehicles owners/residents park at the HOA [2] require

Important Homeowner Rights in HOA
… things that are actually good to know and have nothing to do with rules! By: Helsing Admin Believe it or not – this is