Most homeowners’ associations in the USA have legal power to fine owner-members for violations to covenants, restrictions, and rules. This post explains why I firmly believe all states should revoke ...

In this post, I take a bold, Big Picture view of HOA problems. I define HOA problems broadly, to include any combination of the following: I know this may sound radical to some readers. But, the ...

Several states pass laws aimed at restoring transparency and property rights for homeowners in HOA, condo, and co-op communities. A bill to preclude community associations (HOAs) of all types from ...

As established by state House Resolution in 2021, the Joint State Government Commission (JSGC, hereinafter referred to as the “Commission”), conducted its second study of, and published its report on ...

This month’s brief highlights the ongoing struggle for HOA consumer rights as well as another controversial land use bill. Also in the news: unsafe condo evacuations; homeowners who complain get ...

In my view, it’s no surprise that, in recent months, we are seeing multiple HOA problems. Reports of bitter HOA legal disputes. Arrests of HOA leaders on charges of fraud and theft. News about other ...

When do private property restrictive covenants override state law? What makes deed restrictions valid, and part of a binding contract? Two recent HOA lawsuits shed some light on these issues. North ...

Last week, after months of contentious debates in the state Legislature, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a bill (HB22-1137), adding new regulation of the HOA foreclosure process. The new Act ...

2022 appears to be the year of the Backlash Against HOAs. IAC is following several new bills with a similar theme: Restore the rights of homeowners and residents, and hold HOAs and HOA-industry ...

IAC reached out to several legal and consumer advocates across the U.S., and asked them to share their thoughts on how to prevent another tragedy like the collapse of Champlain Towers South, near ...

As the recovery of victims of the collapse of Champlain Towers South condominium wraps up, and investigations of the cause or causes of the disaster begins, consumers must come to grips with the grim ...

Since 2005, Jim Photiadis has owned a home, high up on hill and overlooking a ravine, in New Albany, Indiana. Jim and his wife enjoy the seclusion of their property, as well as great views. The home ...