The Boardly Blog
HOA stories, governance tips, and the occasional horror show.
When a Unit Goes Vacant: How HOA Leasing Caps Work After a Tenant Moves Out
Does a vacancy reset a unit's place in the leasing cap queue? Here's what your CC&Rs likely say and how boards should handle it.
Read →Reserve Studies in California HOAs: What Davis-Stirling Actually Requires
California HOAs must follow specific reserve study rules under Davis-Stirling. Here's what your board needs to know to stay compliant and avoid liability.
Read →How to Pass a Special Assessment Without Getting Sued: A California HOA Guide
California HOA boards: learn the exact Davis-Stirling notice and vote requirements for special assessments before you levy one dollar.
Read →How to Remove Your HOA Management Company (Without the Association Falling Apart)
Thinking about firing your HOA management company? Here's what California and Illinois boards need to know before sending that termination letter.
Read →Your CC&Rs Have a Leasing Cap. Here's What That Actually Means When a Unit Turns Over
When a tenant moves out and the owner wants to re-lease, your CC&Rs leasing cap may block it. Here's how HOA boards should handle rental restrictions correctly.
Read →Your HOA Has a Leasing Cap. Here's What Happens When a Unit Turns Over.
When a tenant moves out of a capped unit, can the owner lease again? What HOA boards need to know about leasing cap enforcement and Davis-Stirling.
Read →Can a Unit Owner Re-Lease After Their Tenant Moves Out? What Your CC&Rs Actually Say
Does a vacant unit reset an owner's right to lease under your HOA's rental cap? Here's how to read your CC&Rs and apply the rules correctly.
Read →Your HOA Has a Leasing Cap. Now What?
HOA leasing caps are easy to miss until a unit turns over. Here's how boards can track, enforce, and communicate rental limits under California and Illinois law.
Read →Who Can Attend an HOA Open Board Meeting (and Who You Can Legally Turn Away)
Board members: here's exactly who has the right to attend open HOA meetings, who you can exclude, and when executive session is the right call.
Read →Illinois HOA Board Meeting Notice: What the Condo Act Actually Requires
Illinois HOA boards ask about the 48-hour notice rule constantly. Here's what the Condo Act actually says and how to stay compliant.
Read →Roof Repairs in an HOA: Who Pays for What?
Is your HOA responsible for roof repairs, or is that on you? Here's how to read your CC&Rs and what California and Illinois law actually say.
Read →Who Is Responsible for Roof Repairs — You or the HOA?
Confused about roof repair responsibility in your HOA? Learn how CC&Rs, Davis-Stirling, and the IL Condo Act assign costs between owners and the association.
Read →Self-Managed HOA vs Management Company: Real Cost Breakdown
Compare self-managed HOA vs management company costs with a real breakdown. See what boards actually pay—and save—by going self-managed.
Read →Davis-Stirling Compliance Checklist for California Boards
Use this Davis-Stirling compliance checklist to keep your California HOA board legally protected, meeting-ready, and out of costly disputes in 2024–2025.
Read →How to Fire Your HOA Management Company
Learn how to legally fire your HOA management company with this step-by-step guide for board members—covering contracts, notice, and transition tips.
Read →HOA Karens: 5 Real Stories That Could Have Been Prevented With Better Documentation
Five (anonymous) HOA horror stories — and the paperwork that would have saved everyone the drama.
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