Can a HOA lien cause my home to be foreclosed on?
Asked in Santa Cruz, CA - about 1 year
I'm six months late with HOA dues, and was told by the property management that they can proceed with a lien on my property, which can lead to foreclosure. Are they right? .
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San Jose Real Estate Attorney
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In California, HOAs are allowed to record a lien but may not start foreclosure until the delinquent assessment is at least $1,800 or the delinquency is at least 12 months old pursuant to California Civil Code section 1367.4(b)(2).
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The HOA foreclosure timeline is set forth here:
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