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Homeowners' Associations Can Provide Benefits
Do you have a neighbor who runs an auto-repair business out of his driveway, leaving junked cars scattered over his yard? How about an amateur racecar driver down the street who likes to tune his extremely loud engine at 1 a.m. ..
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For HOA's: Using Liens and Foreclosures
Some of the homeowners' associations we represent have begun to have second thoughts about utilizing the lien and foreclosure process for collection of delinquent assessments due to the difficult economic times many citizens are facing. My professional opinion is that now is exactly the wrong time to allow assessments to go unpaid...
How to Collect Delinquent HOA Dues
What options does an HOA have when a homeowner has not paid their dues? Read more
Persistence Usually Gets HOA to Act on Problems
What can you do if your HOA board fails to enforce the restrictive covenants governing your neighborhood? Read more
Developer Won't Give Up Control of Neighborhood
How long does a developer have control of the neighborhood and can you force them to relinquish control to the HOA?
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Are Members Entitled to HOA Records?
Is your homeowners association required to provide you with the name and address for all members/owners of the association?
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Do Developers Have to Pay HOA Dues?
Are developers responsible for paying HOA dues on the lots they own? Read more
Flip-Flopping HOA Board May Owe Homeowner
Can an HOA approve a home renovation and then make changes to their approval after the renovation has started at the homeowners expense? Read more
Get Legal Help Limiting Rentals Amid Condo Units
Does the presence of rental units depreciate home values in a development and is it possible to limit the homes that are used as rentals? Read more
Real Power Non-Existent in Some Associations
Are there state guidelines or requirements for homeowner associations? Read more
Flooding Launches a Border War, HOA Action
What option does an HOA have when a homeowner is violating the CCR's but refuses to remedy the situation? Read more
Handling HOA Business by E-Mail & Amendments to CCRs
Can the board of an HOA handle any items via e-mail and have those acceptable as legal actions?
How many homeowners must agree on an amendment before the CCRs can be changed? Read more
Do HOAs have any clout in prohibiting sex offenders?
Can an HOA prohibit sex offenders from residing in the neighborhood? Read more
Get Advice from Expert on Reserve Fund Needs
Do you suggest hiring a professional to have a reserve study done and are there reserve requirements in North Carolina?
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Know How Ballot, Proxy are Different
This column by Michael Hunter, which was published in the Charlotte Observer and the Raleigh News & Observer, explains some of the topics and jargon that arise in connection with membership meetings. Read more
What Happens to HOA when Developer Folds?
If a developer declares bankruptcy or goes into foreclosure is the HOA responsible for paying dues and property taxes on the unsold properties? Read more
Are Unpaid Dues Protected in Bankruptcy?
Is the debt of uncollected HOA dues considered secured or unsecured debt? Read more
Condo Parking Space Hog
What can be done when a homeowner parks a car with no tags in his assigned parking space and uses the guest parking spaces for his other vehicles? Read more
Homeowner Wants to Change HOA Board
What can a homeowner do when the activities of an HOA Board are suspect? Read more
Can HOAs Hire Bill Collectors for Dues?
Is it legal for homeowner associations in North Carolina to use collection agencies to collect delinquent dues? Read more
It's a Bad Idea to Hire Residents for HOA Work
Is it a violation for an HOA to enter into a vendor contract with a resident or HOA board member? Read more