Everyone wants to get as many amenities as possible when buying a home, but is buying a property that requires you to join a homeowner association the best option? In some states, close to 20 percent of homes belong to homeowner associations. They enforce neighborhood standards and assume responsibilities that local government is unwilling or unable to handle. Youll learn exactly how they operate and evaluate their pros and cons in this informational guidebook written by C.J. Klug, who has been involved with homeowner associations for more than twenty-five years. Klug examines a wide range of HOA-related topics, including why HOAs were created and different HOA types; what factors to consider when deciding whether to join an HOA; what HOAs do and how they function; answers to commonly asked questions; operating guidelines for HOAs. Dont be among the buyers who fail to realize that joining a homeowner association locks you into a contractual relationship. Whether you are an investor or someone who is ready to live in a new home yourself, its imperative to understand Homeowner Associations.

A comprehensive handbook for community living, with information on rights, responsibilities, resolving disputes, and more. How to Succeed with Your Homeowner’s Association is the all-inclusive handbook to help new homeowners transition into peaceful community living. This comprehensive guide explains the ins and outs of an HOA, from the structure and responsibilities to resolving disputes. Author and veteran HOA recording secretary Linda Perret doesn’t take sides—the association against the homeowner or vice versa—but rather explains how both sides are really working toward the same ultimate goal: a beautiful and enjoyable neighborhood. This book answers frequently asked questions like: What is an HOA? What are the responsibilities of the homeowner? Who is the board and what do they do? What can I expect from management? How can I handle disputes with the board, management, and neighbors? Perret draws over twenty years of experience working for and with various property management companies and HOA members in this complete guidebook for new homeowners and HOA members alike.

The ultimate guide to choosing and creating a harmonious community of good neighbors and peaceful living.

"... an absolute MUST HAVE for anyone owning or planning to purchase a condominium. Don't buy a condo without it."-Jerome Jahn, Attorney and Real Estate BrokerPasadena, CaliforniaBE PART OF A THRIVING COMMUNITY-YOURS!Every community-whether condominium, townhouse or gated-has the potential to be a great place to live. Safe and secure. Neighborly. A place to not only protect, but increase what may be your biggest investment. When moving into a community with a homeowners association, you not only buy a home, you choose a way of life. "Here, at last, is a truly comprehensive manual on condominium living, written by knowledgeable homeowners, for homeowners. You'll want to read it from cover to cover and keep it as a living reference as you learn the ins and outs of your community operations."-Judy G. Campion, AMS, CCAM, PCAM, Los Angeles, California"Working with Your Homeowners Association is a valuable guide to all aspects of community living. It provides the tools and blueprint necessary for all involved in the workings of community life... .great benefit at all levels-residents, directors, committees, and attorneys."-Stephen C. Sawicki, Attorney, Orlando, FloridaGET EXPERT GUIDANCE ON ALL OF THE IMPORTANT ISSUES-The structure and management of a homeowners association-Getting involved with your association to create a positive community experience-Keeping your association-and your investment-financially securePlus, questionnaires, checklists, a board member manual and other recommended reading and resources for you and your association.

Information on Single-family Subdivisions, Townhouse and Cluster Developments, Mobile Homeowners Associations, and Master Community Associations. A homeowners association is designed to preserve the common welfare and the property values of the community. In a properly operated community, it does. In a poorly run community, it does not. The proper operating procedures are not difficult, but they are often overlooked or misunderstood. This manual provides a step-by-step explanation of the requirements for meetings, membership voting, and the necessary parliamentary procedures. It serves as a guide to help ensure that the association carries out its responsibilities fairly and effectively. You will learn: the concept and purpose of a homeowners association the rights and responsibilities of individual owners how to run effective meetings what documents you need for meetings the rules of procedure and proper decorum the role of the board of directors the role of committees

I wrote this book because I wanted you, as a homeowner, to realize the positive benefits of living in a well-run homeowners association. Living in a homeowners association is a wonderful example of local government in action. This book will provide you with some basic understanding and definitions of the role of a homeowners association and how you, as a homeowner, can make a difference. It is purposely designed to be a quick read. When you complete it, you will have an understanding of how to get involved and work with your neighbors to support an improved quality of community life and how to provide support for the financial investment in your home.

Homeowner association advocates versus entrenched industry lobbyists (Community Association Institute) to promote state laws protecting the constitutional rights of homeowners. Discussion of recent or proposed legislation in New Jersey, California, Texas etc.