Jan 29, 2025 · HOA Consumer Education for Homeowners,buyers,Housing Consumers,Condo & Homeowner Association Risks,Abuse,Constitutional,property rights,Common Interest Communities

Jan 29, 2025 · The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has become a hot button issue in the HOA industry. Trade groups such as Community Associations Institute (CAI) are actively seeking to avoid transparency by trying to carve out an exemption to CTA requirement for homeowners, condominium, and cooperative associations. Federal courts are considering arguments from anti-transparency plaintiffs who claim…

Mar 15, 2018 · Private neighborhood roads across the nation are in desperate need of repair. Residents seek help from local governments. An infrastructure maintenance crisis is underway in association-governed communities across the U.S. Private subdivision roads are in poor condition. Some are downright unsafe. Decades of fast and cheap road construction saddled thousands of homeowners with narrow,…

Dec 1, 2018 · New, privately imposed public infrastructure fees benefit property owners of commercial community associations, such as shopping and entertainment centers By Deborah Goonan, Independent American Communities As the holiday shopping season swings into full gear, Florida shoppers should take note of extra fees tacked onto each purchase they make.

Dec 17, 2024 · The current trends in the HOA market indicate stagnant growth, fueled by long-standing governmental support and marketing that often misrepresents the disadvantages of living in such communities. A rising public dissatisfaction emerges as many residents face increasing financial burdens and restrictive regulations. Advocates call for more non-HOA housing options to address these issues.

May 14, 2018 · It’s time to debunk one of the most deceptive political statements repeatedly made by the HOA industry’s most influential trade group By Deborah Goonan, Independent American Communities On their Facebook Page, Community Association’s Institute (CAI) prominently posts an infographic entitled “The HOA Fundamentals.” Here's a screen shot, along with the source link: https://www.facebook ...

Apr 17, 2024 · Arizona homeowners have several new HOA laws for 2024. Four of these new laws are summarized in this post. Learn about several new consumer protections -- or lack thereof. New AZ law allows condo unit owners more control over interior renovations Signed by Governor Hobbs on March 29, 2024, HB 2141 allows condo owners…

Jun 18, 2019 · By Deborah Goonan, Independent American Communities Earlier this month I told you about research showing a link between prejudice in homeowners associations and weak local government. Now a new study by a retired Yale University researcher concludes that, contrary to industry claims and popular assumptions, HOAs don’t protect property values after all.

Jan 2, 2017 · By Deborah Goonan, Independent American Communities It's a new year. Time for new starts and fresh beginnings. It's also the time of year that state Legislatures prepare for new sessions, where they may consider bill proposals to rein in excessive power and abuse in Association Governed Housing Communities. After a brief hiatus, the condo termination…

Mar 4, 2022 · From depleted Reserve Funds to unpaid contractors, homeowners pay the price when dishonest people embezzle the community’s money In this post, community association management agents of five different companies are under investigation for mishandling HOA money. One former HOA Treasurer is also under investigation. Alabama: HOA manager arrested, charged with stealing from Rouland Management ...