[zeugma]

An HOA is a voluntary association of property owners who agree to abide by clear rules and regulations. When they are managed well, they can be a huge asset that helps protect the value of the homes in a subdivision.

HOAs are 'voluntary' only in an Orwellian sense of the word. It is pretty much getting so that if you want to purchase a newer home, you're going to be forced to 'volundarily' join their association.

They are a pestilence across the land, and tend to be run by evil and petty busybodies.

[Alberta's Child]

HOAs are 'voluntary' only in an Orwellian sense of the word. It is pretty much getting so that if you want to purchase a newer home, you're going to be forced to 'volundarily' join their association.

I've never heard of such a thing. Maybe you live in the wrong area. Most of the newer homes in the area where I live aren't in HOAs.