Common interest development (aka homeowner association) tips from attorney Kelly G. Richardson, Esq., CCAL at Richardson|Ober|DeNichilo, LLP.
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California’s 2026 legislative session brought several important changes for community associations. In Part 3 of our legislative recap, Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL examines 3 final bills signed into law that will take effect in 2027: bit.ly/4izH7Ba
More legislative changes are on the horizon for California HOAs!
In Part 2 of his 2026 legislative recap, Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL, breaks down 3 additional bills signed into law for 2027.
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⚖️ What do California HOAs need to know about the 2026 legislative session? Ten bills were signed into law, while others were vetoed or stalled.
Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL, breaks down the key developments in Part 1 of his HOA Homefront series.
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Disciplinary hearings are sometimes a necessary part of HOA governance, but they don't have to be a negative experience for boards or homeowners.
📖 In this week's column, Kelly G. Richardson, Esq., CCAL, shares practical recommendations here: bit.ly/4zHG6OK
Some associations struggle with a poor management relationship, resulting in a frustrated board and/or a terminated manager. However, these struggles can sometimes result from the board’s actions. Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL explains more here: bit.ly/4sjtCKJ
Does the manager need to attend every HOA board meeting? What about executive sessions or discussions involving their own contract?
This week, Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL, addresses where boards should draw the line on manager involvement.
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Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL shares Part 2 of his latest HOA Homefront column, answering reader questions about disciplinary actions and how #communityassociations are adapting to the enforcement landscape following #AB130. #HOAlaw #HOALawyer
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This week, Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL, share the first of a two-part series featuring reader questions regarding HOA rules and enforcement. Read more here: bit.ly/4jbXg1B
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#CAleg session ended 8/31, and a number of HOA bills are on the Governor’s desk awaiting approval. AB 2692, was signed on 8/24 as an urgency measure and is effective immediately.
Kelly Richardson, Esq. CCAL explains what this means for #HOAs in #LA County bit.ly/4hnDcYT
When the HOA president’s role is misunderstood, it can lead to board dysfunction and create unnecessary stress and risk for the president. Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL, takes a closer look at the role and responsibilities of the HOA president.
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This week, Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL, shares the key qualities to consider when selecting your HOA’s next president. This is the first installment of a two-part series exploring the important role of the HOA president.
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Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL answering questions from Apple Valley and Tustin this week, and a significant news item for HOAs regarding the FinCEN BOI rule.
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This week Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL answers two reader questions from San Diego and Pasadena. Find answers here: bit.ly/4xHO618
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This week, a reader from Chowchilla asked about their HOA’s refusal to use a Nominating Committee. Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL discusses board eligibility standards and current HOA laws here: bit.ly/4zce9PC.
This week, Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL answers three reader questions regarding termite issues. Find answers here: bit.ly/4fIdTPi
Reserve funds are essential to the long-term financial health of community associations—but what happens when those funds are mismanaged or misused?
This week's reader questions focus on common concerns surrounding reserve funds. More insight here: bit.ly/4wXJRxP
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This week, Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL, addresses reader questions regarding reserved. Find answers here: bit.ly/4bxDPf7
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This week, Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL, features three questions, from Mission Viejo, Palm Desert, and Fullerton regarding closed board meeting issues.
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Good meeting rules can add further important guidance. Kelly Richardson, Esq, CAAL addresses topics in meeting rules that boards should consider: bit.ly/4eY6VFs
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Kelly Richardson, Esq., CCAL explains that developers provide CC&Rs and bylaws (fairly boilerplate) when creating HOAs, but often do not provide operating rules. It is up to volunteer boards to create necessary and reasonable rules for their communities.
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