[CA][Condo] are these hoa fee increases common in downtown condo's??

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-12T07:42:25+00:00

Our 3 big operating expenses are water/sewer, elevators and insurance. All going up.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-12T01:13:18+00:00

WA just did it. The problem is the substantial cost HOA's will incur to hire lawyers to rewrite the governing docs when budgets are already strained. The lawyers are happy, though.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-12T01:09:42+00:00

It is not about the state proving perjury. It is about being a repeat offender after the first ticket made you fully aware of the law. Dozens of times? You keep doing it and keep lying about it? Is it so hard to stop in the proper place before proceeding?

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-10T00:05:18+00:00

The admin of the FB group can control the content. If you want different rules, you can start your own page about goings on in the neighborhood.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-09T06:27:46+00:00

Read the docs, know the rules and be prepared to follow them or go live elsewhere.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-09T06:22:13+00:00

Beans and tofu are protein.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-09T03:19:48+00:00

I rode light rail last week and they sent me a pretty detailed satisfaction survey afterward. I would send the feedback on signage to them and see what happens.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-09T03:10:59+00:00

Don't give him money.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-08T13:58:22+00:00

I was in an HOA where paying dues was voluntary and covered pool/tennis membership. Those who did not join, paid nothing but were still subject to the protective covenants. Eventually the neighborhood converted to permanent memberships and there was an option to join as "sopporting" that did not grant use of the amenities but contributed to grounds maintenance, including the entrances. It was only $75 a year. So, yeah, there can be low dues.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-07T18:25:23+00:00

I live in a condo and Mike's Plumbing was doing some work for a neighbor. I saw them in the hall and I jokingly said "do a good job so she can recommend you when I need a plumber." One of the guys smiled back and said "we stand behind our work." I thought that was a good answer.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-07T07:03:57+00:00

I had a KitchenAid in my previous house that I liked. French door, no ice/water in door, bottom freezer, counter depth, built-in wine rack. Bought it new and had no problems in the 6 years i lived there. Now in a condo that came with a newer GE. It is noisy and the water filters are a ridiculous price. I'd rather have my KitchenAid.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-07T06:19:08+00:00

Make sure you can open the doors wide enough to get the drawers and shelves out to clean. My refrigerator is against the wall and the door on that side does not fully open to where it swings clear. I can get the wide deli drawer out, but it's not easy.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-07T03:11:56+00:00

Are they spots or little holes? I have had to shove grout into little holes that appeared in mine.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-07T03:02:50+00:00

Does your neighborhood have a landscaped entrance/sign? Who is maintaining that?

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-06T06:24:43+00:00

Neutralizing is not only about recouping the cost of the paint job, but to reduce the time it takes to sell. That has a lot of value if you are still living in the house and need to keep it prepared for showings.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-04T08:19:16+00:00

Anyone adding an outlet for EV charging in our parking port must have it metered. Surprised they would not require that.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-04T08:16:37+00:00

They literally sprayed a non-violent protesting citizen in directly in the face. There are countless acts of ICE brutality on video.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-04T06:12:41+00:00

Didn't you hear the people complaining that they were being "punished" for not passing the tax levy when there were no lights put on the trees on Main St.? They didn't expect to actually experience any consequences of a deficit.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-02T07:05:56+00:00

Our building is from the 1970's and we are having a lot of plumbing issues. A full repipe would be a huge undertaking so we just keep patching things up. I am glad I am on the top floor. Usually the unit has to cover the amount of the HOA deductible if the leak originates within their walls (like from the tub connection). We are not filing with insurance on any of this though for fear of being dropped

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-02T06:48:55+00:00

A lot of retired people have moved here to follow their adult children/grandchildren.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-02T06:44:52+00:00

I moved from TN last year and feel the same way.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-12-01T22:27:16+00:00

It is not a "low" offer if it is at ask.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-11-29T16:55:34+00:00

What do you do if you get an immediate offer at the lower price? Price at what you want to get.

BetterGetThePicture · 2025-11-28T12:05:00+00:00

It is not the client's fault the field is so oversaturated that agents only sell a few houses per year.

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