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In A World of Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs)

September 6, 2024 by Robby Oakes

With the current shortage in housing inventory, more buyers are considering condominiums and townhomes as viable options. Most of these properties are part of a homeowners’ association (HOA), which plays a crucial role in maintaining the community. Understanding what an HOA entails can help you make an informed decision before purchasing your next home. Here’s what you need to know:

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tagged With: HOA, Home Ownership, Mortgage

The Top Homeownership Expenses You Need To Know

April 18, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Owning a home can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it’s important to be aware of the expenses that come with homeownership. Understanding these costs can help you prepare for and manage them effectively, ensuring a smoother transition into your new home.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: HOA, Mortgage, Taxes

Four Common Headaches Of A Homeowners Association

November 20, 2019 by Robby Oakes

When you are looking to purchase a home, you might hear a lot about something called a homeowners association, often shortened to HOA. While there are benefits of having an HOA in a living community, these benefits also have their drawbacks.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: HOA, Real Estate, Rules and Regulations

What Are The Pros And Cons Of Covenants, Codes and Restrictions?

August 21, 2019 by Robby Oakes

There is a joke about gated communities that says the walls are not just there to keep the people out but to keep the residents in. Living in a gated community that is subject to the rules of a homeowners’ association (HOA) can be a pleasant or a severely irritating experience, depending on the perspective a homeowner has about lifestyles.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: HOA, Real Estate, Rules and Regulations

HOA : The Role Of Homeowners Associations In Housing Communities

November 5, 2012 by Robby Oakes

For homes governed by an HOA, membership in the homeowners association is a condition of purchase; buyer are not permitted to opt-out.

Filed Under: Real Estate Definitions Tagged With: Condo, HOA, PUD

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