HOA & Community
Boards, reserves, meetings, and living in an HOA.
Robert's Rules for HOA Meetings — A Quick Primer
Motion, second, discussion, vote — that's the core of most HOA meetings. Not every HOA formally adopts Robert's Rules, but most follow the same structure.
How to Know If Your HOA Reserves Are Underfunded
An underfunded HOA reserve shows warning signs long before the special assessment notice hits. Here's what to check — and what percent-funded really means.
HOA Reserve Study Cost in 2026
A reserve study for a typical mid-sized community runs $3,000–$8,000 for a full study and about half that for an update — a fraction of what a surprise assessment costs.
What Is an HOA Reserve Study, and Do We Need One?
A reserve study estimates when major components will fail and how much cash the HOA needs on hand — the single most important document for avoiding surprise special assessments.
What Is HOA Quorum, and Why Does It Matter?
Quorum is the minimum owner participation required for an HOA vote to count. Miss it and the vote is challengeable — always check your own bylaws for the number.
How to Fight an HOA Special Assessment
A special assessment feels final, but there's usually a process behind it worth understanding — and a phased payment plan or procedural challenge sometimes wins.
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