by Michael Kushner | Feb 11, 2025 | HOAs, Real Estate
OVERVIEW Robert Frost hit it on the head in his famous poem “Mending Wall” when he said that “good fences make good neighbors.” Living close to others can bring both connection and conflict. While most neighbors coexist peacefully, disputes are an all-too-common...
by Michael Kushner | Jan 21, 2025 | HOAs, Real Estate
INTRODUCTION Even before the devastating fires that are still raging in Los Angeles, HOAs in California were facing skyrocketing insurance premiums. And now, it’s only going to get worse. The staggering rise in insurance costs are already affecting HOA budgets,...
by Michael Kushner | Jan 17, 2025 | HOAs, Real Estate
INTRODUCTION Can you sue your HOA for emotional distress? The answer to that question is an easy one—Yes. What it takes to do so, however, is much more complicated and nuanced. Disputes between California homeowners and their HOAs can, and often do, escalate into...
by Michael Kushner | Jan 14, 2025 | HOAs, Real Estate
INTRODUCTION HOAs in California can wield significant power over the properties of their members. From regulating architectural styles, to enforcing community guidelines, the stated purpose of HOAs is to preserve property values and maintain a uniform aesthetic. This,...
by Michael Kushner | Dec 10, 2024 | HOAs, Real Estate
INTRODUCTION In the United States, the right to political expression is a cornerstone of democracy, protected under the First Amendment of the Constitution. Yet, for millions of homeowners living in communities governed by homeowners associations (HOAs), this...
