Four Powers That Your HOA Doesn't Have

Posted on: 27 January 2017

A Homeowner's Association can seem all-powerful -- especially when you've just purchased a home or moved into a neighborhood. But there are certain things that an HOA cannot do and you need to be aware of your rights. Many HOAs do not work directly with legal counsel for their day-to-day operations, so it will be up to you to enforce these rights. 1. HOAs Can't Discriminate Against Protected Classes HOAs cannot make rules or regulations that discriminate against protected classes.
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Winter Wonder Sales: Selling Your Home In The Winter

Posted on: 27 January 2017

While it's generally recognized that the spring and summer seasons of the year are the undisputed prime selling time, it may not always be possible to wait until then to put your home on the market. Selling your home on a beautiful spring day may be an attractive idea, but there is much you can do to ensure that your home is at its best, even with snow on the ground.
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Protecting Your Belongings And Yourself From Bedbugs When Traveling

Posted on: 27 January 2017

If you are going to be traveling and plan on staying in a hotel, you may be a bit worried about the prospect of bed bugs being present within your allotted space. Since hotel rooms are used by many different people, there is always a chance that these pests are lurking on the box spring, mattress, bed frame, or carpeting. It is important to take some precautionary steps when traveling in an attempt to keep your personal belongings (and yourself) from becoming a victim to a bedbug problem.
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Should You Pay Cash For A House If You Have Enough?

Posted on: 27 January 2017

If you have a lot of cash on hand and want to buy a house, you may wonder if it is a good idea to use the cash to buy the house. This can be a big decision, but there are several reasons it might be better not to use up all your cash to buy a house. Here are three things to consider if you are trying to make this decision right now.
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