homeowners association
Handling A Homeowner Association Dispute And A Fence Issue
If you are faced with going up against your homeowners association, should you hire an attorney? What if there is no litigation involved but the issue is being handled in mediation? If your issue is a fence issue or dispute with the association, you should research the issues involved; determine the costs at stake and then decide whether you need professional help from a real estate attorney.
Condo Association Fees, Dues, Lawsuits Can Strain A New Buyer
If you’re living in a condo, you will have to deal with the condo association and all that comes with it, including condo association fees, dues, meetings, rules, and if the condo association gets involved in a lawsuit, it can become even more complication. Especially if you’re a new buyer, you should receive disclosure about any lawsuits the condo association is involved with before you buy. If you do not request or receive such seller disclosure, you may be able to get out of paying some costs, or get out of the sale itself.
Title Insurance Problems Arise When A Title Company Fails to Disclose An Association
What is the purpose of a title company? To avoid title insurance problems and issues. A title company’s responsibility is to search the public records and inform the prospective homeowner about any issues and problems that affect the title of a property they intend on buying.
Cancellation Of Contract Possible Due To Undisclosed Homeowner’s Association
The homebuying process is full of surprises. Some homebuyers will find out that a home they are looking to buy has title defects, construction defects or, as in the case of this reader, the home to be purchased belongs to a homeowner’s association. When a buyer is faced with these surprises, the buyer may see if a cancellation of the contract is possible. In some cases cancelling the contract is specifically permitted under the contract but in other cases the attempt to cancel the contract may lead to litigation.
Homeowners Association Requires Board Members Own Property
Condominium developments usually have a homeowners association or condominium board. To be a member of a homeowners association or condominium board you usually have to be a property owner. What if you sign away your property ownership rights with a quit claim deed? Can you still sit on the condominium board?
Homeowners Association Won’t Help With Neighbor Dispute
A homeowners association may be able to help property owners in disputes between neighbors. If the association can’t or won’t help you, your local city, village or town government may help you. In many municipalities, local codes and ordinances require homeowners to abide by certain rules when it comes to issues like installing gutters and downspouts and how it affects the flow of water from one lot to another.
Condo Meets Building Code, Angers Neighbor
What can you do if your neighbor rebuilds his condominium unit in a way that damages yours? What obligations does the neighbor have in a condominium complex? You can try contacting the municipal government where you live and see if the new condominium meets building code requirements. But if the building code has been met, then you may want to check the documents that govern your condominium community or association. A real estate attorney who specializes in building codes may also be able to help you sort out this condominium conundrum.
Condo Owner Questions HOA Fees
Residents who pay fees to homeowners associations may be questioning the HOA fees in this economy. Are the HOA fees being used for the right purpose? Is your HOA financially sound? To find out about the health of your HOA or condo association you should research the latest budget and attend some association meetings.
Fighting Homeowners Association Lawsuit Requires Attorney
How can you find a trustworthy attorney to help with a homeowners association lawsuit? Ilyce suggests contacting a local bar association or asking friends and family for recommendations. You can also contact an attorney who specializes in a different area of law and ask who he or she suggests. Having the right lawyer helps when contesting a homeowners association lawsuit.
HOA Charges Special Assessment For Water Damage
What can you do when you have to pay a special assessment to your homeowners association (HOA) for water damage? Are the condo sellers liable for telling you about the water damage prior to sale? How can you find out if you’re at risk for special assessments prior to buying a home with an HOA?
