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A property owners association’s (POA) deed restrictions can be confusing to understand. It is sometimes hard to know if the actions of a homeowner that are in violation of the restrictions rise to the level of documented enforcement action. We receive requests regularly asking us to assist in the enforcement of a deed restriction violationRead more

The 87th Texas Legislative Session introduced several new laws impacting property owners associations (POAs). At the time, one law that brought more questions than answers was Section 10 of SB 1588 requiring POAs to file their management certificates with the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC). Now, six months after the requirement began, and with theRead more

The continued growth of property owners associations (POA) and further state statutes allowing for action from both the association and the homeowners is leading to increased legal action in the courts from both parties. It has now become almost inevitable that a POA will be involved in a lawsuit either as the plaintiff or defendant.Read more

Budget season is upon us. This budget season will be one like never before. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has created unforeseen expenses and budget shortfalls for some and fewer expenses and budget surpluses for others. So, when trying to forecast an accurate budget for the association for the next year many managers and boards mayRead more

After months of social distancing and quarantining related to COVID-19, it is imperative that community associations look to the months ahead and prepare accordingly.  Summer is right around the corner and many parents will be eager for the school year to be over and their feeble attempts at home schooling to be a thing ofRead more

T’was the night before Christmas and all through the house Not a creature was stirring, except for a spouse Dangling from a ladder while hanging more twinkling lights Not wanting to be outdone by Bob his neighbor on the right The Decorations Committee had chosen poorly last year How could the Board’s Committee appointment processRead more

2019 has flown by and the holiday season is almost here again. For many communities, the holiday decorations are being pulled out and set up. Some may be planning a variety of holiday celebrations, while others could be anticipating large outside crowds coming into the neighborhood to view the variety of intricate yard displays. AndRead more