Signs, Signs, Everywhere, Signs
Homeowners associations (HOAs) may keep neighborhoods looking neat and tidy, and your house value intact, but they can also come with a long list of restrictions that feel more like dealbreakers than perks. From bans on car washing in your driveway to requiring multiple approvals to install an EV charger or mandating the color of your house, or play structures be hidden from view, these rules can affect your day-to-day life in surprising, and often very painful, ways.
Before buying or renting in an HOA-regulated property, it’s essential to read the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) thoroughly. The fine print could cost you more than you expect — in time, money, and patience.