Homeowners associations (HOAs) can be mandatory or voluntary. Mandatory HOAs require membership, adherence to rules, and payment of fees upon purchasing a home. Voluntary HOAs allow homeowners to opt-out, avoiding obligations but potentially losing access to amenities and decision-making. HOAs enforce property standards, maintain communal spaces, and uphold neighborhood values, collecting dues for expenses like landscaping, security, and amenities. Their scope and power differ based on local laws and governing documents, impacting homeowner experiences significantly.
A homeowners association (HOA) is a legal entity formed by a community's residents or developer to enforce property standards, maintain shared spaces, and uphold a neighborhood's appearance and value.
If the neighborhood has a mandatory HOA, membership is automatic - you're legally required to join, follow the rules, and pay the fees once you purchase the home.
In a voluntary HOA, homeowners are invited - but not required - to join the association. If you decline, you're not legally bound by its rules.
HOAs collect dues from members to cover expenses like landscaping of common areas, security patrols, and community amenities.
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