Homeowners Association (HOA) board members and directors are meant to serve their communities by enforcing HOA rules, maintaining common areas, and ensuring that their neighborhoods remain a desirable place to live. However, a growing concern among homeowners is whether HOA board members should have the power to contact city authorities…
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Mobile and Birmingham Ranked Among Least Safe Cities in the U.S.
Mobile and Birmingham, Alabama, were named the second and third most unsafe cities in the United States, respectively, according to a recent article by Forbes. The rankings are based on a study conducted by MoneyGeek, a personal finance technology company that has compiled an annual list of America’s most dangerous…
FBI Reports Mobile, AL Has Highest Crime Rate in the US
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Bureau of Justice Statistics released the 2021 violent crime rates for U.S. cities with populations over 100,000 that reported their data to the FBI. Among approximately 150 cities analyzed, Mobile, Alabama, recorded the highest violent crime rate. The data revealed that Mobile…
How CC&Rs Impact Homeowners Associations
Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) are legally binding documents that outline the rights and obligations of homeowners associations (HOAs) and their members. These documents are officially recorded and filed with the state, making them enforceable and often challenging to amend. Key Components of CC&Rs: • Property Use Restrictions: CC&Rs specify…
Overview of Wynnfield’s Many Problems
Residents of the Wynnfield subdivision in Mobile, Alabama, have recently raised concerns regarding two significant issues affecting their community: the operation of unauthorized businesses within residential properties and persistent flooding problems. Unauthorized Business Operations Some homeowners have reported that certain residents are conducting business activities from their homes without the…
What is the Wynnfield Subdivision?
Wynnfield is a picturesque residential subdivision located in Mobile, Alabama, known for its beautiful homes and tranquil environment. Situated along Sollie Road, the neighborhood encompasses streets such as Wynncliff, Wynnridge, and Wynngate, offering residents a serene suburban lifestyle within close proximity to the city’s amenities. Community Overview Established in the…
Mobile, Birmingham named second and third least safe cities in the U.S. by Forbes
According to a recent article from Forbes, Mobile and Birmingham were named the second and third most unsafe cities in the United States. Forbes listed MoneyGeek, a personal finance technology company that has issued a list of America’s most dangerous cities for three years, as its source for the data….
Mobile makes list of “Deadliest US Cities”
While Mobile failed to meet the goal of being the safest city in America in 2020, it looks like the time leading up to 2020 was tough too. CBS News compiled FBI crime data to create a list of the “Deadliest US Cities.” Mobile had a murder rate of 10.6 per 100,000…
Mobile had highest violent crime rate among cities reported in 2021: FBI
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Justice Statistics released its 2021 violent crime rates for cities in the United States with a population over 100,000 that reported their data to the FBI. Of the roughly 150 cities reported, Mobile had the highest rate. The report shows that Mobile had…
Comments From Residents After Hearing of HOA President’s Bankruptcy
After we posted our report on Wynnfield HOA president Chuck Thuss’s bankruptcy, and some of his other serious financial problems, such as his loss of a lawsuit for over $300,000, comments came in from residents sounding off on the issues. Some of the names here have been censored to protect…