by Michael Kushner | Nov 6, 2023 | HOAs, Real Estate
OVERVIEW When you purchase a home in a community governed by an HOA, you automatically agree to abide by the HOA’s covenants, conditions, and restrictions (the “CC&Rs”). The CC&Rs are a set of rules and regulations that outline the rights and responsibilities...
by Michael Kushner | Feb 15, 2023 | HOAs, Real Estate
OVERVIEW We recently ran a statistical analysis of over 5,000 separate fact patterns to determine the nature of the most common disputes involving HOA members and their HOAs. The following represents the top five most common areas of concerns for HOA members. You’ll...
by Michael Kushner | Feb 6, 2023 | HOAs, Real Estate
OVERVIEW As a homeowner, protecting your property is always a top priority. The roof is among the most important parts of your home—not only because of its size, but also because of the relative costs of repairs/replacements, as well as its importance in protecting...
by Michael Kushner | Feb 3, 2023 | HOAs, Real Estate
OVERVIEW Managing an HOA’s finances is among the most important duties that HOA members (i.e., homeowners) entrust to their board of directors. Such management responsibilities include everything from collecting and distributing funds for common expenses (e.g.,...
by Michael Kushner | Jan 16, 2023 | HOAs, Real Estate
GOOD HOA v. BAD HOA A good HOA plays an important role in maintaining your property values and ensuring your quiet enjoyment of your property. A bad HOA can decrease the value of your home, force you to needlessly waste thousands of dollars, and turn your life upside...
by Michael Kushner | Jan 4, 2023 | HOAs, Real Estate
OVERVIEW Every so often we hear from homeowners who want to know whether it’s possible to disband their homeowners association (“HOA”).* Often such an inquiry arises because the homeowners are unhappy with how their HOA is being managed. In any case,...
