Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs & COAs)
If your home, condominium, or townhome is part of a homeowner's association (HOA), you'll most likely have to pay dues and sometimes one-time assessments (collectively referred to as "assessments."). If you don't pay the HOA assessments, the homeowner's association can initiate foreclosure proceedings. An HOA foreclosure is similar to a foreclosure of your home by a mortgage lender. But there are a few differences.
Below you can learn how HOAs work, the basics of HOA lien foreclosure, defenses you might have to an HOA foreclosure, and more.
Learn About HOAs
Learn About HOAs
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Homeowners' Associations (HOAs) and CC&Rs: Know What You're Getting Into
When you buy a house in a new subdivision or planned unit development, you may be subject to a host of rules and regulations.
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Homeowners' Association Super Liens
In some states, homeowner association liens are given special status, called super liens.
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What Are Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) in HOAs?
If you live in a condo, townhome, or house that's part of a homeowner's association, you'll be subject to the rules in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs;).
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If you live in a planned community, such as a condo or townhome, you may have to pay special HOA assessments in addition to monthly HOA fees.
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Defenses to an HOA Foreclosure
If you don't pay your HOA fees, the HOA might be able to foreclose on your home. But don’t panic—you could have a defense.
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Right of Redemption Following an HOA Foreclosure
If you don't pay homeowner's association (HOA) dues or assessments, the HOA can foreclose on your home, condo, or townhome.
HOA Dues in Bankruptcy
HOA Dues in Bankruptcy
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HOA Dues in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Here's how homeowners association fees are treated in Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
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Can I Discharge HOA Dues in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
What happens to HOA dues in Chapter 7 bankruptcy depends on whether you plan to keep or surrender your home.
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Homeowners' Association Super Liens
In some states, homeowners' association liens are given a special status. These liens are called "super liens."
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What Happens to My Mortgages if the HOA Forecloses its Lien?
The answer depends on priority.
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Defenses to an HOA Foreclosure
If you don't pay your HOA fees, the HOA might be able to foreclose on your home. But don’t panic—you could have a defense.
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What Are Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) in HOAs?
If you live in a community with a homeowners' association, you must comply with the rules set out in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions.
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HOA Liens and Foreclosures: An Overview
If you fail to pay homeowners' association dues or assessments, the HOA might foreclose.
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Homeowners' Association Super Liens
In some states, homeowners' association liens are given a special status. These liens are called "super liens."
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Defenses to an HOA Foreclosure
If you don't pay your HOA fees, the HOA might be able to foreclose on your home. But don’t panic—you could have a defense.
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Right of Redemption Following an HOA Foreclosure
If you don't pay homeowner's association (HOA) dues or assessments, the HOA can foreclose on your home, condo, or townhome.
Common Questions about HOAs and HOA Foreclosures
MoreCommon Questions about HOAs and HOA Foreclosures
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I'm behind in HOA dues but not my mortgage. Can the HOA foreclose?
If you get behind in HOA dues, you might lose your home to foreclosure—even if you're current on your mortgage.
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I'm Behind in HOA Dues. Can I Negotiate With the HOA to Catch Up?
Learn about possible options to get current on HOA dues and avoid foreclosure.
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If I don't pay HOA assessments, can my HOA charge fees or penalties?
If you fall behind in HOA dues or assessments, your homeowners' association can likely charge late fees and penalties.
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If I Stop Paying HOA Dues, What Collection Methods Can the Homeowners' Association Use?
The homeowners’ association might place a lien on your home, sue you, take away your privileges, or foreclose.
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If you fail to pay your HOA fees in California, the association can get a lien on your property and might foreclose on your home.
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New York HOA and COA Foreclosures
If you fail to pay your HOA or COA assessments in New York, the association can get a lien on your property and might foreclose on your home.
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Texas HOA and COA Foreclosures
If you fail to pay your HOA or COA assessments in Texas, the association can usually get a lien on your home and might foreclose.
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Florida HOA and COA Foreclosures
If you fail to pay your HOA or COA assessments in Florida, the association can get a lien on your property and might foreclose on your home.
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- After Foreclosure
- Delaying or Stopping Foreclosure
- Fighting Foreclosure in Court
- Foreclosure and Bankruptcy
- Foreclosure Lawyers & Other Foreclosure Help
- Foreclosure of Mobile and Manufactured Homes
- Foreclosure Resources
- Foreclosure: The Basics
- Losing Your Home in a Tax Sale
- Reverse Mortgages
- State Foreclosure Laws
- Tenants and Foreclosure
- Timeshare Foreclosures
- Understanding Mortgages & The Major Players in a Foreclosure
- After Foreclosure
- Delaying or Stopping Foreclosure
- Fighting Foreclosure in Court
- Foreclosure and Bankruptcy
- Foreclosure Lawyers & Other Foreclosure Help
- Foreclosure of Mobile and Manufactured Homes
- Foreclosure Resources
- Foreclosure: The Basics
- Losing Your Home in a Tax Sale
- Reverse Mortgages
- State Foreclosure Laws
- Tenants and Foreclosure
- Timeshare Foreclosures
- Understanding Mortgages & The Major Players in a Foreclosure