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A top real estate story today is about a homeowner's association in Frisco, Texas. Apparently, one of the home owners bought a new Ford F150 and has been told by the HOA that he can't park it in his driveway. Interestingly, his neighbors have Cadillac Escalades, Hummers, and even a Lincoln … (5 comments)
Everyone wants to be a homeowner. But does everyone want to pay the fees? I'm not talking about mortgage, closing costs, or insurance. I'm talking about the (seemingly) little things that go under the radar. Yes, today we're talking about those three dreaded words:
A new victim is beginning to suffer as a result of the condition of the mortgage and real estate market here in the towns and communities that surrounds Phoenix such as Tempe, Surprise and Peoria.
The diversity of condominium owners makes for very lively "discussions" about associations rules and their enforcement. Prior to purchasing a condominium, every buyer receives a copy of the by-laws and rules governing the community, yet it seems that often condo buyers are unprepared for the "compromises" that community living requires. All … (26 comments)
I just finished venting a little pent up frustration over being ordered by my Homeowners Association to cease and desist display of a Home Depot sold red and white 'For Rent' sign. The HOA/POA also informs me that a 'Group' will soon visit my property and remove the 'inappropriate' sign....
I recently got notice that my single family home Homeowner's Association is considering a $930 capital contribution/move-in fee when you purchase in our neighborhood. The board wants to recoup costs just in case a moving truck breaks common area trees or ruins grass in common areas. Does anyone out there have … (6 comments)
As a real estate agent, I got tired of hearing negative comments from homeowners saying "My real estate agent NEVER told me there were DUES to pay to an Association..." The more I thought about it, I concluded that an agent can only provide a certain amount of information but … (10 comments)
Property maintenance and security are important issues for home owners and residents. In many areas Homeowners' Associations have an important role to play in managing properties in neighborhoods and communities.
There will be a special Sunshine Meadows Homeowners Association Meeting on April 3rd in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. If you own a home in Sunshine Meadows, this is a very important meeting and will directly affect the future value of your property.
Following up to the market stats on condos in Danbury <a href=http://activerain.com/blogsview/441686/Danbury-Condo-Market</a href>, there are several things to consider when looking to purchase a condo or townhouse in the Danbury area. On top of the things buyers should be looking at for a single family home (like layout and mechincal systems), there are … (2 comments)
It has been suggested by a local Homeowners Association that they are considering altering their community's Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions to eliminate and prohibit property owners from renting the homes in this neighborhood.Has anyone ever run into this situation? Do you have experience with this type of covenant change, or had to … (4 comments)
Eagle Springs | Atascocita TX | Atascocita Texas | 2007 Tax Rate | Harris County, N. Harris and Montgomery Community College, Harris County Rural Fire Prevention District, Humble Independent School District, Harris County Mud 160, Harris County Mud 290
The concept is a good one. With lot sizes growing increasingly smaller, the need for a uniform code is crucial to prevent a neighbor from devaluing many homes in a subdivision. We've all seen it driving around...the one house painted a bright, obnoxious color with a few cars in the … (8 comments)
The Fairway Estates Homeowners Association is an organization formed to create a fraternal spirit, enhance home ownership through civic pride and secure the benefits derived from a "good neighbor policy", to encourage ourselves and our community. Our sole purpose is to foste good neighbor citizenship and to protect the value of our property, … (0 comments)
Wow, what a great Christmas present!! My Woodlands Association fees assessment rate dropped by 66.7%. In real money that means my fees dropped from nearly $800.00 annually to $282.00. Now that is something to celebrate!!
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Real Estate with no HOA,s 10-25-07 
Some of you may know that I was inspired to start my own community website after reading Bob Sommers' post, Become The Real Estate Expert In Any Community In Less Than 60 Days. For the past week or so I have been working diligently on the site and preparing for its … (3 comments)
In a recent NJ Supreme Court ruling, justices ruled that homeowner associations can impose restrictions on the free speech rights of their residents. In the case Committee for a Better Twin Rivers v. Twins Rivers Homeowners' Association, Justice John E. Wallace Jr., writing for a unanimous court, distinguished between such residential … (0 comments)
I get asked questions all the time about homeowner's associations. It's a tough one for me to answer because everyone feels differently about things like this, but there are definite pros and cons to living in a neighborhood regulated by an association. Whether or not you choose a home within one … (11 comments)
Last week, we explored what to do if your a seller trying to work with an uncooperative Home Owners Association. This week, we talk a bit about what to do if your a buyer who is interested in a property that has a Home Owners Association. It's not all about … (0 comments)
As you’re looking for your new home, a good thing to consider is whether or not you want a property that resides in an area with a Homeowners Association. 
Glenkirk is new community of homes in Cary, NC. Glenkirk is still being constructed and only 5 sites are available for your architecturally-inspired dream home. 
For more than 57 million Americans, homeowner's associations regulate everything from the color of their home to when they can have the garage door open. They also can force homeowners into foreclosure.