Purchasing a property in a community governed by a homeowners’ association (HOA) is a big decision. If there’s anything most people know about HOAs, it’s that there are rules to follow and dues to pay. And while all this is true, the rules and regulations are there for a reason—to make any neighborhood not only pretty, but also an all-encompassing wonderful place to live. 

As the industry leader in community management, at Associa, we know that understanding how an association functions is important for your investment and quality of life. Like most things, when it comes to HOAs, the more you know, the better off you’ll be. Read on to learn everything from HOA basics to the benefits of living in one and much more.