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California HOA Laws in Plain English: A Davis-Stirling Glossary for Board Members

Plain-English Davis-Stirling glossary: every term California HOA boards need to know, with Civil Code section references and real-world examples.

Propty Team·May 25, 2026

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California Law & Compliance

Mar 27, 2026· 13 min read

HOA Enforcement Gone Wrong: How Bad Violation Processes Lead to Lawsuits

HOA enforcement lawsuits often start with selective enforcement and no documentation. Learn how California boards can protect themselves.

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HOA Management

Mar 26, 2026· 15 min read

How to Write an HOA Violation Notice That Actually Gets Results

A poorly written violation notice can turn a neighbor dispute into a lawsuit. Here's how to write one that gets results — and holds up under California law.

PTPropty Team

Is Your HOA Overpaying for Management? 5 Signs You're Getting a Bad Deal

HOA Management

Mar 25, 2026· 8 min read

Is Your HOA Overpaying for Management? 5 Signs You're Getting a Bad Deal

Is your HOA management company overcharging? 5 warning signs California boards miss — hidden fees, auto-renewals, and services you're paying for twice.

PTPropty Team

HOA Terminology Explained: 25 Terms Every Homeowner Should Know

HOA Management

Mar 23, 2026· 31 min read

HOA Terminology Explained: 25 Terms Every Homeowner Should Know

New to HOA life? This glossary explains 25 essential HOA terms in plain English, with California Davis-Stirling law references. CC&Rs to fiduciary duty.

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California HOA Fines: The Complete Due Process Guide Under Davis-Stirling

California Law & Compliance

Mar 18, 2026· 15 min read

California HOA Fines: The Complete Due Process Guide Under Davis-Stirling

AB 130 capped California HOA fines at $100 and added strict due process rules. Here's what boards must do — and what makes a fine unenforceable.

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How to Compare HOA Management Company Fees (The Right Way)

California Law & Compliance

Mar 17, 2026· 15 min read

How to Compare HOA Management Company Fees (The Right Way)

Most boards compare management fees the wrong way. Here's the total-cost formula, a 15-item hidden fee checklist, and red flags to spot before you sign.

PTPropty Team

California HOA Annual Disclosure Requirements: What Your Board Must Send Every Year

California Law & Compliance

Mar 14, 2026· 12 min read

California HOA Annual Disclosure Requirements: What Your Board Must Send Every Year

California law requires HOAs to send specific disclosures to homeowners annually. Learn exactly what documents must be sent, when, and the penalties for non-compliance.

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AB 572 Affordable Housing Assessments: New Assessment Caps for California HOAs

California Law & Compliance

Mar 14, 2026· 12 min read

AB 572 Affordable Housing Assessments: New Assessment Caps for California HOAs

California AB 572 caps HOA assessments on affordable housing units. Learn who qualifies, how the cap works, and what your board must do to comply.

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SB 900 Utility Maintenance: What California HOAs Must Know for 2026

California Law & Compliance

Mar 14, 2026· 11 min read

SB 900 Utility Maintenance: What California HOAs Must Know for 2026

California SB 900 shifts shared utility maintenance responsibilities to HOAs. Learn what changed, compliance deadlines, and how your board can prepare.

PTPropty Team