Are you looking at a property that is part of a Homeowner Association (HOA)? Here are some of the traditional aspects the HOA controls or puts rules on.

 

Paint – In order to keep a community or neighborhood clean and consistent, the HOA will often times restrict the color paint a home is allowed to be colored. In other areas, the HOA will actually maintain the paint themselves to keep the area looking orderly.

 

Common Areas – Many communities monitored by an HOA have common areas including pools, tennis courts, parking lots, or parks. HOA fees, which are paid by the homeowners usually on a monthly basis, help cover the costs of maintaining these areas.

 

Window Coverings – Another way a Homeowner Association keeps the neighborhood looking uniform is by regulating the window hangings that can be seen. For example, often times window hangings can only be a certain color or might even be required to be a specific style.

 

Curb Appeal – Want to live in a neighborhood with great curb appeal? An HOA ensures that the area maintains a clean and orderly look thereby increasing the curb appeal of your home. This can make a huge difference when it comes to selling your property later as potential buyers could likely be more attracted to the area and its cleanliness.