Articles
[Apologies to Clement Clarke Moore]
‘Twas the night before the HOA’s Christmas, when through all the community
Not a complaint was there heard, all appeared to...
Ms. Richardson,
Recently we have had issues with projects and proposed projects that involve city regulations versus CC&R restrictions. Our board seems to think that...
Mr. Richardson,
Is there a formula to help determine what is a reasonable amount to hold in reserves for a homeowners association?’
J.L., Los Angeles
Dear J.L.,
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If everyone followed the Golden Rule (“do unto others…”), association disciplinary hearings would be rare. Unfortunately, hearing are a necessary,...
Hi Kelly,
I’m confused between rules and CC&R’s. Our board, over the years, has implemented new rules. How is this different than making changes to the...
Attorney Richardson,
We were recently informed by our management company that under the Davis-Stirling Act, we now need to have a collection policy in place. We also...
Mr. Richardson,
Shouldn’t the board be pursuing legal action against homeowners who are in-default of their association fees? I spoke with one of the members of the...
Hi Kelly,
Thanks for your weekly articles. I have 2 questions.
First, should the Board conduct the election meeting, allowing the manager to assist, advise and count...
It is a basic truth that the risk in any venture should match the reward. High risk investments should bring high yields, while low returns may be acceptable for very...
The Business Judgment Rule protects directors from personal liability if the board errs. Courts have repeatedly given deference to decisions made within the Business...
Association directors are unpaid, serving their neighbors as volunteers – is it fair that they can be sued for the decisions they make? The Business Judgment Rule is...
Dear Sir,
You have mentioned the open meeting law. You still have not addressed the board going into secret meetings called executive sessions. These meetings...
