Rules on changing the rules for HOAs
Written by Kelly G. Richardson Good community rules and regulations (called operating rules in Civil Code 4340) help set standards and encourage…
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HOA Homefront: Does your HOA have all 5 required rule sets?
Written by Kelly G. Richardson Operating rules are often called “house rules” or “rules and regulations” by homeowner associations in California. Rules…
What is a HOA management certificate?
Written by katelyn.silver@thomsonreuters.com A Homeowners Association or HOA does not exist outside the law. While some people may think the HOA has…
9 HOA Fourth Of July Celebration Ideas To Foster Community
Holidays only come every once in a while. So, when they do, homeowners associations should take the opportunity to plan social events…
HOA Homefront: Does your community have a policy for solar installations?
Written by Kelly G. Richardson As the cost of energy escalates seemingly weekly, an increasing number of HOA homeowners want to install…
How Can The HOA Board Apply The Alternative Dispute Resolution Approach?
Homeowners associations are not immune to the occasional dispute. During these times, it is necessary for HOA boards to know how to…
HOA Homefront: Can the board ban solar panels?
Written by Kelly G. Richardson Q: Can a HOA prevent us from placing solar panels on the roof of our townhome? We…
Is Your HOA Management Company Worth the Cost?
Written by Spectrum AM When it comes to selecting a management company for your HOA, one of the most important factors you’ll…
HOA Homefront: Is there double jeopardy for HOA actions, and how to handle the hateful?
Written by Kelly G. Richardson Q: If the HOA fails to send a letter to a homeowner within 15 days as required…
Parking Enforcement Tips
Written by Spectrum AM Community streets crowded with parked vehicles can create visibility and maneuverability issues that make driving to and from…
Is Your HOA Management Company’s Performance Hurting You?
Written by Spectrum AM Board members invest in making their community a great place to live. They voluntarily sacrifice their personal time…
Laguna Woods HOA members to vote on whether to recall two directors
Written by Brooke Becher A call to recall two directors on the Third Laguna Hills Mutual board is in motion. Third Mutual…
Your Guide to HOA Finance, Accounting, and Budgeting
Written by Spectrum AM Keeping the association in good financial standing is one of the most important duties of an HOA board.…
HOA Homefront: Is this manager qualified?
Written by Kelly G. Richardson This is the third and last part of a three-part series on managers and HOAs. After selecting…
HOA boards have important role to play in communities
Editor’s note: This is the third column in a three-part series of columns explaining the roles of homeowners, management companies and homeowners…
HOA community lighting is a matter of security
By Barbara Holland RJRealEstate.Vegas | Photo by Getty Q: Our community is small (less than 60 homes) with private streets without any…