I Appreciate the Little Things In Life

i am in library on computer. there is a meeting of a homeowners association behind me. they are loud and obnoxious and just complaining and gossiping and ratting people out and blah blah blah. big surprise its a bunch of old farts that are retired or into real estate and its just bitching about raccoons and where people park their cars and just crap. I think HOAs are bullshit legal entities created to steal peoples money and homes and should be illegal. if you bought house it is yours and these crooks buy up best properties where people will want to live and work and take over. what is your opinion?

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rottenrobi · 56-60, F

I've never understood the self imposed power of the HOA. Glorified narks. I always thought when you bought something with your own money, and owned it, it was yours to do what you will with it. Yes, there are some basic life rules that should be followed, no killing, no Slayer at 3am, keep your yard decent (in the front anyway).... basics.
The fact that you have to pay a group, to keep a watchful eye on your house, is disgusting. They're not keeping you safe, they're looking for a reason to site you. It does always seem to be an older group, with a whole lot of time to walk the neighborhood, and cast judgement. While their yards, full of red, white and black lava rock, with a pink coat of paint on their homes, are deemed acceptable and easy on the eyes.

Heartlander · 80-89, M

It's the cost of civilization. Don't like to be told what to do with your house? Then don't buy a house in an area with a HOA. Or at least read their newsletters and restrictions before buying to see if you are compatible with their philosophies.

livesincar · 41-45, M

thanks rottenrobi

livesincar · 41-45, M

see they have big money and they buy up large areas to develop where many people have to live. then you are stuck with the situation because of their schemes. many people have to be where they are and have limited options and these crooked property management companies take advantage. cuz all they have to do is rat people out, collect their money and get rich without serving any useful purpose or producing food or a useful product.thats uncivilized..@Heartlander:

Heartlander · 80-89, M

@livesincar: Ouch! Having a developer with extra rights in a HOA can be like a kiss from the devil.

It's a painful experience unfortunately often learned the hard way.

rottenrobi · 56-60, F

@Heartlander: True, never have and most likely never would. I'm sure some people appreciate this type of group, but I'm not one of them.