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Illegal HOA Board Meetings: What Are The Consequences?
An illegal HOA board meeting can create confusion, mistrust, and even legal trouble for a community. When proper notice is not given, quorum requirements are ignored,...
HOA Executive Sessions: What Belongs Behind Closed Doors?
After an open board meeting, board members typically have the option to convene in an HOA executive session. This session is a closed-door meeting in which the board...
Condo Association vs HOA: Similarities And Key Differences Explained
Condo association vs HOA comparisons often confuse buyers, owners, and even board members who assume the two operate the same way. While both govern shared communities...
HOA Cameras: Protecting The Board From Liabilities
Believe it or not, HOA cameras can expose the association to liability. To manage risk effectively, it is important to strategically place these cameras, develop a...
HOA Rental Restrictions: How Boards Should Set And Manage Policies
HOA rental restrictions can be a hot topic in almost any community. Some homeowners want the freedom to rent their place out when they need to. Others worry that...
HOA Architectural Review Checklist: A Step-by-Step Process For Boards
An HOA architectural review checklist will help boards handle requests in a consistent and fair way. Moreover, it can ensure that homeowners don't miss critical items...
What Is An HOA Assessment? Why Do Homeowners Pay For It?
What is an HOA assessment? This is a question many homeowners ask when that extra fee shows up on their bill. Most people know it’s something they have to pay, but not...
Understanding The HOA Budget: Where Every Dollar Goes
Every HOA board needs to understand the HOA budget. This is an important financial tool that helps the board manage the association's money over the next year....
Washington DC Condominium Act: A Guide For HOA Board And Managers
The Washington DC Condominium Act is the foundation of condominium ownership and management in the District. It defines how condominiums are created, governed, and...
Are HOAs Legal Or Just Overreaching? The Truth Behind HOA Authority
Many Washington, DC homeowners ask the same question: Are HOAs legal? Given the power of these associations, it is easy to wonder whether they have the legal authority...