What does this mean? I don't believe we have a committee. Only a board consisting of three homeowners. Would the committee and board be one in the same? . . . LEARN MORE
ARE TERM LIMITS FOR HOA BOARD MEMBER PROHIBITED?
Two different law offices informed us that state law prohibits term limits for HOAs. Is this correct? . . . LEARN MORE
POSTING HOA DOCUMENTS ONLINE
My HOA does not post its CC&Rs, rules, meeting minutes, approved budget, etc. Our management company will not use an online portal because . . . READ MORE
ARE EMAIL DISCUSSIONS BY HOA DIRECTORS ALLOWED?
Seventeen years ago, the Open Meeting Act for HOA meetings went into effect. Everyone assumed that emails among a quorum of directors constituted a board meeting and was not allowed. . . . LEARN MORE
NEW RESERVE STUDY STANDARDS
The primary duty of an association is to maintain, repair, and replace the common areas. Unfortunately, boards sometimes fail their duties . . . LEARN MORE
Is It Misuse of HOA Funds and EMBEZZLEMENT?
Our association spent $2,000 on a holiday party. We were told that doing so was a violation of our board's fiduciary duties, a misuse of funds, and embezzlement. Is that true? . . . LEARN MORE
HOA ELECTION QUESTIONS 101
Get a helpful tip from the Davis-Stirling.com Newsletter by ADAMS | STIRLING PLC regarding a few HOA election questions you may be having, including. . . . . . LEARN MORE
Can I get a SENIOR DISCOUNT on my HOA Dues?
A member recently asked our board if they would consider reducing the annual dues for seniors (over age 65). Can an HOA board offer a senior discount? . . . LEARN MORE
NEW HOA LAWS for 2023
We tracked a number of bills affecting associations--several of which died on the Legislature session floor and one which was vetoed. While this year’s bills don’t have significant impact, there are some you want to pay attention to. . . . LEARN MORE
HOA DUES INCREASE WITHOUT A VOTE
Can the board increase monthly dues from $470 to $495 without a meeting of the association? - Yes. And here's why sometimes it becomes a necessity that nobody wants including the HOA board. . . . LEARN MORE