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High Point homeowner stuck in middle of fight to fix sink hole February 11, 2025
A High Point man is dealing with a growing sinkhole in his backyard, but what’s even more frustrating is that he’s unsure who is responsible for fixing it. The issue is a damaged stormwater drainage pipe. Hamdy Eltokhy said he has spent the last three weeks searching for answers. He’s reached out to plumbers, the City of High Point and his homeowners association for help. He said he’s been sent in circles with no solution in sight. Read the article…………………………….
Kernersville homeowner overcomes sign dispute with builder, HOA (NC) February 1, 2025
A Kernersville homeowner, Tom Campbell, recently navigated a challenging situation involving his new home, a local builder, and a homeowners association. The conflict began after Campbell displayed a cardboard cutout in his truck window, offering a personal take on his home-building experience. Read the article…………………………….
Family says HOA had no authority to give easement for trail, sues Village of Marvin to give it back (NC) January 27, 2025
A family says the Village of Marvin wants to build a path through the Marvin Creek neighborhood. Tori Comiskey and her husband say their Homeowners Association gave village leaders the easement to do so. But they say, legally, the board didn’t have the authority to convey an easement. “It says it really clearly in our covenants that no public use on our private HOA common area,” Comiskey said. Read the article…………………………….
How HOA Board Members Can Avoid Cyber Fraud (NC) January 24, 2025
Homeowner’s Associations (HOAs) have become prime targets for cybercriminals. Why? HOAs often handle large amounts of money but may use less stringent security measures. This makes them an appealing opportunity for cybercriminals who exploit vulnerabilities in vendor networks, email systems, and other communication platforms. Read the article…………………………….
US Supreme Court Greenlights Corporate Transparency Act Enforcement January 23, 2025
In the ongoing ping-pong game that is the Corporate Transparency Act, today (January 23) the US Supreme Court has allowed the government to enforce the CTA, which requires businesses to disclose their beneficial ownership information. Read the article…………………………….
Vandalism in Seven Lakes North Being Investigated (NC) January 23, 2025
Authorities are investigating a reported vandalism in the Seven Lakes community after two homeowner association officials found nails and screws in their driveway on Saturday. In an email from the Seven Lakes Landowners Association to its residents, the president and treasurer from the association were targeted Friday night or early morning on Saturday with, “hundreds of nails, screws, and J-hook screws scattered across their respective driveways.” Read the article…………………………….
Why a Charlotte couple is on the verge of losing their home over a $100 HOA fine (NC) January 13, 2025
Jeffrey Baldwin paid his homeowners association dues on time for over 15 years. So when he went online to pay his annual $700 fee in January 2023, he was shocked to see a request for thousands of dollars. The money accumulated, he discovered, due to a $100 fine for having a vehicle parked in front of his house that allegedly violated his northeast Charlotte neighborhood’s rules. Read the article…………………………….

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Selecting a Vendor for Your Community Association (NC)
Selecting a vendor for a project or professional service is one of the more important duties of the board of directors in a homeowners or condominium association. It is one of the areas where the board must exercise its best business judgment. Read the article…………………………….
Red Rover, Red Rover, Come on Over? Understanding Pet Policies in Community Associations (NC)
Many community associations have restrictions that limit and/or prohibit pets. In general, as long as such restrictions are drafted clearly, the North Carolina Courts will uphold their enforcement; however, there are several factors community associations should consider when establishing and enforcing pet restrictions and policies. Read the article…………………………….
Golf Carts In HOAs: Rules, Policies, and Insurance
Should you allow golf carts in HOAs? This is a question many HOA boards ask, especially those in charge of golf communities. While golf carts offer ease of transportation, they also have downsides. The best way to circumvent these downsides is to enact rules and policies that regulate the use of golf carts and ensure proper insurance coverage. Read the article…………………………….
How to Hold an Effective HOA Board Meeting
Homeowners’ associations function as corporations and, as such, are required to hold regular meetings with officers and shareholders. Board meetings are important and often reflect how the association is managed overall. Because they are crucial to the governance of the HOA, it is imperative that HOA officers know how to best run their board meetings. Read the article…………………………….
Do Committee Recommendations Require a Second?
Recently, I’ve been tackling some common procedural myths—those phrases and practices you often encounter in meetings but aren’t necessarily accurate. Read the article…………………………….
Sustainable Practices for HOA Communities in Charlotte: Living Smarter Together (NC)
Sustainability is more than a trend—it’s a responsibility. In Charlotte, HOA communities have the unique opportunity to lead the way in adopting eco-friendly practices. From reducing waste to conserving water, these initiatives not only protect the environment but also improve the quality of life for residents. By working together, HOA communities can make a lasting impact while saving money and resources. Read the article…………………………….
Setting New HOA Goals: Making 2025 a Success for Your Community
As you come out of your Holiday coma and reflect on your HOA’s 2024, there may be several things you think your board did well with, while there might be others where it is obvious that you could have done better. Maybe you’re glad you actually survived the year! In any case, the New Year is a wonderful time to start fresh with new goals and new resolutions to make 2025 a better year for your HOA than 2024. Read ...