Articles
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Question: Is an HOA allowed to announce the names of owners who have not paid their dues? K.G., Inglewood
Dear K.G.: I generally recommend...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Dear Kelly: Our HOA has board elections coming up soon. We have two vacancies, and two candidates who have formally applied to...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
[This is the fourth and final installment of this series, which previously addressed directors, homeowners, and managers]
As the...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
[After previous columns proposing resolutions for directors and HOA members, here are ideas for managers. Next week - service providers]
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By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
[Second article in a four-part series, with possible resolutions for the HOA owner. Next week’s installment will suggest ideas...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
When starting the new year with commitments to improve, maybe your HOA could also benefit. This four-part series proposes resolutions for...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq., CCAL
[Apologies to Clement Clarke Moore]
'Twas the night before Christmas, and throughout the community
Not a complaint was heard - there...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq.
The holiday season is upon us, and a traditional wish is for peace and goodwill. Let’s not only extend this wish to family and...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Homeownership entails dealing with occasional unanticipated expenses. Recently, I didn’t plan on a main water line breaking, but it...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Hello Mr. Richardson,
I live in a relatively new development. Until a few months ago, the builder had control of the board. We had...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Kelly: A neighbor bought a condo and rents it out, but has not paid ANY HOA fees for over two years! When she is contacted about the...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Dear Kelly: Our HOA continues to have meetings without posting a proper notice, no agenda. The directors receive an agenda, but the...