HOA RESPONSIBILITIES FOR CRIME AND SAFETY IN CALIFORNIA COMMUNITIES OVERVIEW When crimes occur in HOA-governed communities, they create fear, frustration, and confusion, especially when homeowners are told that their HOAs have “no responsibility” for what happens in...
Overview Few financial events hit California homeowners harder than a special assessment from their HOA. These assessments can cost YOU tens of thousands of dollars, often arrive with tight payment deadlines creating immediate financial pressure, and apply even when...
Overview California homeowners frequently ask whether their HOA can prevent them from renting out their home, their ADU, or both. And before just a few years ago, the answer to that question was yes. But amendments to the Davis-Stirling Act changed that, and now the...
Overview When a dispute begins with your HOA, how you handle the early stages can determine everything that comes after. Most homeowners understandably feel angry, anxious, or overwhelmed when a board acts unfairly, ignores concerns, or issues questionable violations....
Overview Some California HOAs try to save money by hiring outside contractors to perform maintenance, repair, and replacement work on common area components (e.g., roofs, landscaping, plumbing, etc.). Those contractors may enter, cross, or work near individual homes,...
