Looking to buy in a community with an HOA?
Heres what you’re gonna wanna know about your membership options.
You might be wondering whether you have to become a member in the first place.
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Yes, you probably do.
You might also gain a security service and a gated entrance to the community because of these dues.
Are You Required to Join Your HOA?
In fact, refusing to pay dues or abide by the HOAs rules could lead to some serious consequences.
Ive personally never sold a property where there was an option to join or not.
In some situations, there are HOA rules that specifically make membership voluntary.
For this reason, some home buyers opt to only consider homes without such governing bodies in place.
This is the best way to avoid having to join an HOA, experts say.
