| Author: | Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq. |
| Publisher: | Pantraxxa LLC |
| Length: | 772 pages |
| Formats: | Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook |
| ISBN: | 978-1967733590 (ISBN-10: 1967733597) |
Navigating HOAs in New York and California: Rights, Rules & Remedies for Homeowners
About this book
Navigating HOAs in New York and California is a consumer guide by attorney Ngozi E. Bolin for anyone buying or owning a home in a homeowners association. It compares New York and California HOA law, explains CC&Rs, bylaws and rules, and shows buyers and owners how to spot red flags, protect their rights and challenge unfair assessments.
Rights, Rules & Remedies for Homeowners
Buying a home in a homeowners association means entering a binding legal agreement. The association’s governing documents shape what you can do with your property, what you will pay, and how disputes are resolved, and many buyers sign without understanding them.
Navigating HOAs in New York and California explains how HOAs really work and what every buyer and owner needs to know, with side-by-side comparisons of the law in both states and practical tools for protecting your property and your peace of mind.
What the book covers
- How New York and California HOA law compare
- Step-by-step due diligence checklists before you buy
- Red flags that signal poor governance or financial risk
- Governing documents explained: CC&Rs, bylaws and rules
- Your legal rights under state and federal law
- Resolving disputes and challenging unfair assessments
- Common homeowner pitfalls and how to avoid them
Who it is for
- First-time buyers considering a home in an HOA
- Owners in a dispute with their association
- Real estate professionals advising buyers and sellers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Navigating HOAs in New York and California cover?
It covers how HOA law differs between New York and California, due diligence before buying, governing documents such as CC&Rs, bylaws and rules, red flags of poor governance or financial risk, homeowners’ legal rights, and how to resolve disputes and challenge unfair assessments.
Who is the book written for?
It is written for home buyers, current HOA owners and real estate professionals in New York and California.
Does the book help buyers before they purchase?
Yes. It includes step-by-step due diligence checklists and explains the red flags to look for before buying into an association.
Where can I buy Navigating HOAs in New York and California?
It is available on Amazon in paperback, Kindle and audiobook editions.
Is the book a substitute for legal advice?
No. The book is for informational and educational purposes. For advice about your own association or dispute, you can book a flat-fee consultation with Ms. Bolin.
About the author
Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq. has been admitted to practice in New York since 1991 and California since 2013, with three decades of experience in litigation and jury and bench trials. She is the author of the Law Made Simple series of plain-English legal guides.
Need advice on your own situation? Book a flat-fee consultation with Ms. Bolin.
The book and this page are general information, not legal advice for your specific situation.