Homeowners associations exist for one fundamental reason: to manage shared property and promote the collective well-being of a neighborhood. At their best, HOAs help maintain common areas, protect property values, and create a sense of order and stability. At their worst, however, they can become vehicles for personal grudges, retaliation,…
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When HOAs Cross the Line: Why Cooperation, Not Confrontation, Should Guide Community Associations
Homeowners associations (HOAs) were created with a simple mission: maintain shared spaces, uphold property values, and foster a sense of community. In their best form, they’re a partnership between residents and their elected board — a system where both sides work toward a common goal. But when HOAs operate in…
Are HOAs Required to File Under the CTA?
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) introduces new reporting requirements that many Homeowners Associations (HOAs) must comply with, including disclosing beneficial ownership information. Key Provisions of the Corporate Transparency Act The CTA mandates that certain entities, including many HOAs, report their beneficial ownership information (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network…
New CTA Laws Affect HOAs and Businesses
The legal battles surrounding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) continue as the District Court for the Eastern District of Texas has lifted an injunction that previously halted its enforcement. This decision, issued in Smith, et al. v. U.S. Department of the Treasury, et al. (E.D. Tex., Feb. 17, 2025, Case…