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HOA ADVISER: What kind of evidence can be used in a hearing? – Article By Michael T. Chulak

Posted by AmberPM on October 31, 2011 · 1 Comment

Q. Our board recently held a hearing to determine whether to fine a member for an alleged rule violation. The board allowed hearsay to be introduced. Is this allowable by law? A. Yes. Boards are not required to follow the California Rules of Evidence used by courts. They may hear the evidence and then weigh … Continue reading →

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Know why your HOA should seek FHA approval – Article by Peter Harper

Posted by AmberPM on August 22, 2011 · Leave a Comment

The Federal Housing Administration more popularly known as FHA has a particular set of guidelines that lenders should follow in case they want to offer an FHA mortgage. These FHA mortgage loans have down payment criteria that is smaller than traditional mortgage and can even be availed by consumers who have low credit scores. If … Continue reading →

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Condo Association or HOA Collection Policies for Fees and Assessments – Article by CondoAssociation.com

Posted by AmberPM on April 20, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Assessments are the life-blood of condo associations and HOAs. Yet only in a very fortunate few condo associations can collection of assessments be left to a laissez faire process. Most condo associations need to have a cohesive and consistent collection process to thrive and not merely survive. This article deals not only with the process … Continue reading →

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