How long should the HOA Board wait to file another claim for unpaid dues?

You have an unusual scenario in which you may have some options. First, if she hasn't paid post judgment assessments, you can put a lien on the...

Condo in Atlanta GA with active lease from previous owner. HOA said there are rental restrictions and will fine $500/month.

The HOA may be able to enforce the fines they are threatening, but they might not. To determine if there is a way to avoid the fines and deal with...

Homeowners Association awarded a $2000+ judgment but the defendant is not making regular payments. What recourse do we have?

If you already have a judgment, you haven't lost anything by accepting the two payments. It is a business decision for the HOA whether to accept...

Am I responsible for removing a dead tree far back in the woods?

If the dead tree is on your lot, now that you have been put on notice, if it falls on the structure, you are likely to be responsible for the...

Covenants, conditions, and restrictions

You have an interesting question, and I would rather have a look at the actual covenants to see what the specific language says. The problem in...

In the situation you describe, it is probably a money losing proposition to sue the HOA in small claims court. It will cost you your filing fees,...

You are not in a great position but not one that is all that unusual either. The downturn in the economy did a real number on many associations. ...

Can the neighbors decide what we do in our backyard because they don't like how it looks?

You mentioned an HOA in the next to last line of your post, and that affects the answer. If the HOA has the right to approve exterior changes,...

Can we move our fence another foot onto our property and not allow the neighbor to reconnect?

In theory, if you want to move a fence on your yard a foot further into the yard, there should be no issue of the adjoining owner. If you have an...

Can our Homeowners Association charge us to use the amenities?

From your description, the HOA is being way too stubborn. Technically, if the property was leased, the rights to use the amenities pass to the...