HOA & Community
Boards, reserves, meetings, and living in an HOA.
HOA Satellite Dish Rules — What Federal Law Actually Allows
The FCC's OTARD rule preempts most HOA bans on dishes one meter or smaller — but location, safety, and documentation still matter.
HOA RV and Boat Parking Rules — What You Need to Know Before Buying
67% of HOAs prohibit visible RV and boat storage year-round — check your CC&Rs parking section before you buy a recreational vehicle or face fines.
How to Recall an HOA Board Member — Step-by-Step Process
Recalling an HOA board member requires following strict procedural rules spelled out in your CC&Rs and state law — skipping steps can void the entire effort.
HOA Proxy Voting Rules — What Boards and Owners Need to Know
Proxy voting rules differ by state and by HOA governing documents — some cap how many one person can hold, others require specific forms or revocation procedures.
HOA Political Yard Sign Limits — What Boards Can and Can't Restrict
Many states limit HOA political sign restrictions to 30-90 days before an election — boards must balance free speech with community appearance standards.
How to Handle HOA Pickleball Court Noise Complaints in 2025
Pickleball is now the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., but the pop of the ball has sparked dozens of documented HOA disputes nationwide.
HOA Payment Plan Agreement for Owner Dues — What to Include
A written payment plan resolves 73% of delinquent HOA dues without legal action—here's what boards must document to make them enforceable.
HOA Open Records Owner Request — What You Can See & How to Ask
Most states give HOA owners broad access to financial records, meeting minutes, and contracts — but the request must be in writing and specific.
HOA Mediation vs Arbitration Clauses — What Owners Should Know
Mediation clauses are voluntary and non-binding; arbitration clauses typically produce final, appealable-only-in-rare-cases decisions—know which your CC&Rs contain.
HOA Mailbox Uniformity Standards — What to Know Before Replacing
Many HOAs require uniform mailboxes across the community — here's who owns them, what standards apply, and how to stay compliant when you need a replacement.
HOA Loan vs Special Assessment — Which Financing Route Works?
An HOA loan spreads a $200K roof replacement over 5 years at 6%; a special assessment collects it in 90 days at no interest — here's how boards model both.
HOA Hurricane Shutter Approval — Get It Done Before Storm Season
Hurricane shutter approvals can take weeks — boards in coastal states receive a flood of requests once the forecast turns bad, and incomplete submissions stall for months.
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