Explore the growing movement against HOAs as lawmakers discuss challenges in abolishing them and the realities homeowners face.

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In this post, I take a bold, Big Picture view of HOA problems. I define HOA problems broadly, to include any combination of the following: I know this may sound radical to some readers. But, the ...

Several states pass laws aimed at restoring transparency and property rights for homeowners in HOA, condo, and co-op communities. A bill to preclude community associations (HOAs) of all types from ...

I get a lot of requests from homeowners and residents seeking help with HOA problems. What can you do when things go wrong with your HOA? It depends on the issue, but I try to guide readers to limited ...

As established by state House Resolution in 2021, the Joint State Government Commission (JSGC, hereinafter referred to as the “Commission”), conducted its second study of, and published its report on ...

This informative CNBC video highlights the case of a Georgia HOA homeowner in Belmont Park community of Newnan, Georgia. Jewel Inostroza was surprised to learn that the home she bought in 2008 came ...

What is the most effective way to prevent pervasive HOA problems? In my opinion, it’s critically important to revoke excessive and inappropriate powers of HOAs. Focus on state laws that enable HOA ...

This month’s brief highlights the ongoing struggle for HOA consumer rights as well as another controversial land use bill. Also in the news: unsafe condo evacuations; homeowners who complain get ...

In my view, it’s no surprise that, in recent months, we are seeing multiple HOA problems. Reports of bitter HOA legal disputes. Arrests of HOA leaders on charges of fraud and theft. News about other ...

When do private property restrictive covenants override state law? What makes deed restrictions valid, and part of a binding contract? Two recent HOA lawsuits shed some light on these issues. North ...