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Clearing the Air on Second-hand Smoke
December 2008
Recently a homeowner association in California lost a court case in which non-smoking owners complained of second-hand smoke from neighboring units. Here's what you need to know about the case, along with tips on how your association can handle complaints of second-hand smoke. . . . keep reading
Orientation: It's Not Just for Employers
November 2008
A smart way to head off misunderstandings with new owners is through an orientation that gives them an overview of how your association works. Here's what to cover and how to get new owners to attend. . . . keep reading
HOA Rules: Don't Be a Scrooge with Holiday Lighting Rules
November 2008
Does your association have a policy limiting the holiday decorations members can put up? Should it? If so, what's reasonable? Just in time for the holidays, here are suggestions for retaining the holiday spirit while making sure your community standards are maintained. . . . keep reading
HOA News Around the Nation
September 2008
Nevada legislators ask local governments to push banks and other owners of foreclosed properties to tend to their investments . . . Dire straits for residents of a financially strapped condo complex in Miami . . . HOA Residents sue developer to block new multi-family homes . . . Planter built in owner's front yard sparks HOA face-off . . . keep reading
HOA Rule Violations: What To Do When Everything Isn't "Fine"
9/12/2008
To get tips on best practices for setting HOA fines, we recently spoke with Justin D. Park an attorney at Romero Park & Wiggins in Bellevue, Wash., who advises homeowners associations. Justin told us the story of an HOA who wanted to assess a fee of $500 for walking a pet without a leash. . . . keep reading
HOA Fines: Are Your Homeowner Association's Rule Violation Policies "Fine"?
September 2008
Is your association constantly assessing fines against members for rules violations? Are you considering implementing even more fines because the rules keep getting broken? Are you even able to collect fines you're already assessing? If you answered yes to any of those questions, ask yourself the following questions to determine whether your fines are valid and doing what you intend for them to do. . . . keep reading
HOA Governance: How to Change Your Homeowner Association's CC&Rs
August 2008
Whatever the reason, at some point you'll need to amend your HOA's covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs). Here's how to make the changes by the book and deal with the inevitable political tension that arises from taking such an action. . . . keep reading
HOA Legislation: Proposed California Law Would Limit Homeowner Associations' Ability to Restrict Rentals
August 2008
A new bill in the California Legislature, AB 2259, would stop homeowner associations in the state from restricting the leasing or renting of property unless the restriction was in place when the owner bought the property. Essentially, the law would lock in place any existing restrictions and forbid any additional restrictions--with several exceptions. We'll take a quick look at the practical effect of the proposed law. . . . keep reading
HOA Rules: Can--and Should--Your Homeowners Association Prohibit Rentals?
August 2008
Many desperate homeowners with too-expensive mortgages are trying to save their homes by renting them out and moving to less expensive digs. Others are trying to capitalize on today's growing rental market as a result of homeowners seeking housing after suffering a foreclosure. Does your association have--or need--a policy to address the potentially dramatic growth in rentals in your community? Here's what to consider when you debate a policy on rentals. . . . keep reading
Political Signs and Your HOA
July 25, 2008
There's a house in my town that could be a poster child for HOA rules on political signs. The homeowner takes it on himself or herself to hand paint signs on large pieces of butcher paper that are then mounted on a fence and two sides of the house for passersby to see. Happily your HOA can prevent this kind of eyesore in your community if you have smart rules in place. Read this article for some practical tips. . . . keep reading
Safety: Get Drivers Off the Fast Track in Your Community Association
July 2008
Speeding drivers are a danger to residents. In fact, your biggest fear is that a careless speeder will hit a child on the streets of your homeowners association. What can you do? That depends. . . . keep reading
HOA Rules: What You Must Know About Flag Restrictions
July 2008
There are several legitmate reasons why your HOA might want to provide guidance to homeowners on flag displays. Before you do, however, make sure you understand the maze of laws governing the issue. . . . keep reading
It's Raining Cats and Dogs--And Not in a Good Way; 5 Rules for Solving Pet Problems in Your HOA
July 2008
If your association allows pets--but with restrictions--you need a plan for dealing with scofflaws. Here are five rules for addressing negligent owners. . . . keep reading
HOA Rules: Which Political Signs Can You Regulate?
July 2008
While a campaign-issued two-foot by two-foot Barack Obama or John McCain sign might look just fine on owners' lawns, would you feel as comfortable with a 10-foot by 10-foot sign? What if the sign promoted a White supremacist running for local office? The answer may be a rule banning political signs in your homeowners association. Before you enact such a rule, however, make sure you know whether your state permits you to do so and understand the Pandora's box you may be opening. . . . keep reading
Smoking: Environmental Tobacco Smoke Creates Catch-22 for HOAs; Tips on Avoiding and Resolving Disputes
April 2008
When it comes to disputes about smoking within communities, the rights and duties of homeowner associations are open to interpretation. And increasingly those interpretations are being tested in court . . . keep reading
Use Restrictions: Allowing Rentals Can Help Avoid Foreclosures; Should You Reconsider Your Ban?
April 2008
In an effort to avoid foreclosure, many struggling homeowners who can't sell quickly have resorted to renting out their homes. We've compiled a list of negative and positive effects experienced by many communities that allow rentals. We'll also give you three tips for minimizing problems if you allow rentals. . . . keep reading
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