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Common interest developments, or homeowner associations (aka âHOAsâ) house about one third of Californians, and most new housing stock is established in HOAs. Can buyers deter...
2016 was a relatively quiet year for HOAs in Sacramento, with only three bills passing to become law in 2017, and another law taking effect in 2017 from a 2014 bill. Another s...
[Apologies to Clement Clarke Moore]
âTwas the night before the HOAâs Christmas, when through all the community
Not a complaint was there heard, all appeared to be in unity;
The...
Ms. Richardson,
Recently we have had issues with projects and proposed projects that involve city regulations versus CC&R restrictions. Our board seems to think that the re
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Mr. Richardson,
Is there a formula to help determine what is a reasonable amount to hold in reserves for a homeowners association?â
J.L., Los Angeles
Dear J.L.,
There ...
If everyone followed the Golden Rule (âdo unto othersâŚâ), association disciplinary hearings would be rare. Unfortunately, hearing are a necessary, regular, and unpleasant boar...
Hi Kelly,
Iâm confused between rules and CC&Râs. Our board, over the years, has implemented new rules. How is this different than making changes to the CC&Râs, which would
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Attorney Richardson,
We were recently informed by our management company that under the Davis-Stirling Act, we now need to have a collection policy in place. We also need t
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Hi Kelly,
Thanks for your weekly articles. I have 2 questions.
First, should the Board conduct the election meeting, allowing the manager to assist, advise and count ballo
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Mr. Richardson,
Shouldnât the board be pursuing legal action against homeowners who are in-default of their association fees? I spoke with one of the members of the Board,
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It is a basic truth that the risk in any venture should match the reward. High risk investments should bring high yields, while low returns may be acceptable for very secure i...
The Business Judgment Rule protects directors from personal liability if the board errs. Courts have repeatedly given deference to decisions made within the Business Judgment ...
