[Righter-than-Rush]

Some of us condo-owning idiots did read the CC&Rs, only to be outvoted by the majority. The owners now pay $200 per month over dues for the privilege of collectively donating to a charity owned by one of the condo owners. Don’t try to tell me it’s all about not reading before buying.

[w1andsodidwe]

Some of us condo-owning idiots did read the CC&Rs, only to be outvoted by the majority. The owners now pay $200 per month over dues for the privilege of collectively donating to a charity owned by one of the condo owners. Don’t try to tell me it’s all about not reading before buying.

I suggest that you run for election to the board at the first possible moment. And get like minded folks to run. I know I have served on our board several times. What typically happens here is nobody shows up for the annual board meeting, can't even get a quorum. So those in charge are free to do whatever they want. I personally stopped several unnecessary dues increases.

Your other choice is to move to a place without HOA.

[BunnySlippers]

You may want to check your state laws on HOAs. In California, that would be illegal.

[Cheburashka]

Some of us condo-owning idiots did read the CC&Rs, only to be outvoted by the majority. The owners now pay $200 per month over dues for the privilege of collectively donating to a charity owned by one of the condo owners. Don’t try to tell me it’s all about not reading before buying.

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You need to discuss this situation with your attorney.

[Myrddin]

I purchased a condo when I got married in 1978. I was ignorant of home owner's associations at that time. It was an ugly education. I sold the condo five years later. My list of requirements in the next house included no home owner's associations and a careful reading of restrictive covenants in my title.