The last HOA community I lived in was run by a lawyer hired by the board. It was a nightmare! The HOA board signed over full authority to the lawyer on any decisions regarding the community for 5 years. The HOA fees almost doubled within a year and the lawyer signed contracts with certain contractors who were the only companies authorized to do any work on any home. We moved.
“The HOA fees almost doubled within a year and the lawyer signed contracts with certain contractors who were the only companies authorized to do any work on any home.”
Care to provide the name of the HOA so I can verify your info?