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What Are the Most Common Legal Disputes Between Homeowners and HOAs?
Homeowners’ associations (HOAs) play a crucial role in maintaining the appearance, safety, and property values of residential communities. However, tensions can arise when homeowners and HOAs disagree on rules, responsibilities, or enforcement. These conflicts can lead to legal disputes that impact not only individual homeowners but also the community as a whole. Disputes Over Property…
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What Happens When You Are Delinquent on Your HOA Dues?
By collecting dues from residents, HOAs are able to maintain common areas, cover shared expenses, and help protect property values. While most homeowners pay these dues on time, some may fall behind due to financial challenges or misunderstandings. If you find yourself delinquent on your HOA dues, it is important to understand what this means…
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Understanding Your Rights as an HOA in Annapolis
Homeowners associations (HOAs) play a vital role in maintaining the value, safety, and aesthetics of a community. However, running an HOA comes with legal responsibilities, governance challenges, and the need to protect the association’s rights while complying with Maryland law. At Oliveri & Larsen, we help Annapolis HOAs navigate complex legal issues and ensure that…
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What Are Bad Actor Clauses in HOAs?
Homeowners’ associations (HOAs) rely on honest and effective governance to maintain community stability and trust. Unfortunately, not every board member upholds their fiduciary duties. Misconduct can cause financial loss, disrupt operations, and erode homeowner confidence. Individuals who engage in such behavior are often called “bad actors,” and many associations are turning to governance tools like…
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Different HOA Meeting Types in Annapolis, Maryland
Running a homeowners’ association (HOA) involves more than maintaining common areas and collecting dues. Board members must also follow strict rules about meetings, many of which are spelled out in Maryland law and the community’s governing documents. Knowing the different types of meetings and what business can be conducted in each helps boards stay compliant…
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Common Fair Housing Act Issues HOAs Should Understand
The Fair Housing Act (FHA), enacted in 1968, is a cornerstone of federal housing law that prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin. While this law is commonly discussed in the context of landlords and tenants, homeowners’ associations (HOAs) are also subject to its requirements. For HOA boards and…