The world has gone digital. If I'd like to inspect the HOA records, can I request that they be sent to me digitally? . . . READ MORE
EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS – What Is Allowed?
Our board met with legal counsel in executive session to discuss proposed changes to our bylaws. Can they do that in private? . . . READ MORE
PAYING PROPERTY TAXES ON COMMON AREAS
From time-to-time, I run into a planned development paying property taxes on its common area property. Should they or should they not be paying it? . . . READ MORE
DEATH OF AN HOA UNIT OWNER BUT NO PROBATE
An owner died six years ago and the property was presumably inherited by his son. He has not changed the title or . . . READ MORE
‘TIS THE SEASON FOR POLITICAL EXPRESSION within HOA Communities
Are owners allowed to display upside flags or display signs as a form of political expression? . . . READ MORE
WHAT COUNTS TOWARD QUORUM For An HOA Annual Meeting?
Does an absentee ballot count towards quorum for an annual meeting, or just proxies? . . . READ 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
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
