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THE SURPRISING POWERS HOAs HAVE TO WREAK HAVOC IN PEOPLE’S LIVES
The April 10, 2023 episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver featured a segment where the host discusses homeowners associations (HOAs) and the surprising amount of power they wield.
HOA President’s Board Election Endorsements
Even AI can spell out in great detail why it’s unethical for an HOA board president to send a letter to owners each year during elections with a list of candidates they endorses.
Board Passes Ban On E-Bike Storage
Our board president’s decision to withhold information about proposed rules changes under the pretense that they are unimportant, is a dangerous precedent.
The Golden Rule for HOAs
An HOA ethics policy is essential to foster trust, transparency, and accountability among board members and committees tasked with creating and enforcing community rules. So why does our board leadership continue to fight against adopting one?
Your HOA Board is Asking You to Sign a Blank Check
Imagine being asked to sign a contract without knowing what’s inside. That’s essentially what HOA Board President Scott Timmerman is doing by proposing rule changes without first providing clear, comprehensive, and detailed information to homeowners.
Why The Proposed Rule Changes Could Hurt Your Property Value
The Board Leadership’s Proposed changes to our House Rules are riddled with issues. Lack of transparency, potential legal violations, unfair fines & fees, and poorly drafted regulations conspire to undermine our community’s interests and property values.
2024 House Rules Changes
Transparency Theater n. A deceptive practice in which an organization or individual feigns openness while intentionally keeping you in the dark as much as possible.
Your HOA’s Convenience Could Cost You: The Dangers of Unsafe ACH Payment Processors
Think of an ACH database like a vault full of gold. It’s packed with sensitive information and keeping it safe is crucial. Imagine handing over your bank details and authorizing unlimited withdrawals to an organization without verifying if they comply with essential consumer protection regulations. Sounds risky, right?
Stauber v. Sudler Property Management
Following a data breach in early 2023, Sudler is accused in a lawsuit of inadequately safeguarding individuals’ information. The claims include negligence, unjust enrichment, breach of express contract, and breach of implied contract. Sudler denies wrongdoing. Claims can be submitted until January 15, 2024.
Loop North News
The article in the November 7, 2023 edition of Loop North News, by Steven Dahlman, delves into the persistent issues arising from the existing leadership of the HOA board at 175 East Delaware. The piece explores a current legal dispute and scrutinizes the controversial late fee policy.