California Articles

Using Drones for Inspections (CA)

Drones, also known as unmanned aircraft systems, are nearly everywhere. Advances in technology have made drones smaller, cheaper, and easier…

2 years ago

7 Common Questions HOA Board Members Ask About Budgets (CA)

Many HOA board members get into trouble due to not understanding the operating fund and reserve fund in a homeowners…

2 years ago

Should an HOA Interfere with Parental Rights? NO! (CA)

Children are usually considered blessings and a joy to be around. Unfortunately, there is always one slightly rambunctious child who…

2 years ago

STATUS: INDUSTRY EFFORTS TO FIGHT THE PROPERTY INSURANCE CRISIS (CA)

Perspective: With historic property losses to California’s homeowners came an equally historic exodus of its property insurers – leading to…

2 years ago

Steps to Take If You Suspect Fraudulent Activity Within the HOA Board

Groups that are run by volunteers that handle money are particularly vulnerable to fraud, embezzlement, illegal activities, and scams. HOA…

2 years ago

HOA DEBT COLLECTION: Is A License Required? (CA)

Great news for HOAs collecting delinquent assessments! After over a year of confusion created by Senate Bill 908, which seemed…

2 years ago

What Goes On In An HOA Board Meeting? (CA)

New HOA boards often feel lost and confused when first taking on the job. This applies to board meetings, too.…

2 years ago

Crisis: CA Community Association Insurance

Anyone living in California over the last five years has seen the dramatic increase in property losses caused by wildfire.…

2 years ago

Directors & Officers (Insurance)

This month, we take a look at the Directors & Officers policy. As a liability policy, it serves to defend…

2 years ago

New Unpublished Opinion – ORANGECREST COUNTRY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION v. BURNS (CA)

Defendant Sandra Burns sought approval to build a wall across her front yard, and when her homeowners association said no,…

2 years ago