MyHOA Blog
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Renovating Your House? Here's What Your HOA (and the Law) Actually Requires
A fresh coat of paint doesn't need anyone's blessing. A new carport or second floor might need sign-off from two different authorities - your LGU and your HOA.
Ang HOA Group Chat Mo, Toxic Ba? Rules Every Community GC Needs
A lost cat post turns into a screenshot war by 11 PM. Every HOA group chat eventually catches fire - here's what's actually legal, and what isn't.
Can Your HOA Stop You From Renting Out Your House?
You own the house. Your name's on the title. So can your HOA really tell you that you're not allowed to lease it out to tenants?
Ingay ng Kapitbahay: Anong Karapatan Mo Kapag Sobra Na?
Karaoke until 1 AM, a generator that never sleeps, a rooster with no concept of time. When does noise stop being 'kapit-bahay lang' and start being something you can act on?
Can Your HOA Actually Ban Your Dog? Pet Rules in Philippine Subdivisions
Barking dogs, cats roaming the clubhouse, a neighbor demanding your pet go. What can your HOA legally require - and what's just noise (pun intended)?
Does Your Subdivision Have a Working Fire Extinguisher? (Seriously, Check)
The Philippines averages thousands of fire incidents a year. Your HOA has a legal duty to keep the community safe - and board members can be held personally liable if they don't.
They Clamped My Car in My Own Subdivision. Can They Do That?
You came home to a wheel clamp on your car. The guard says it's for 'illegal parking.' But you live here. Is this actually legal?
Is Your HOA Election Rigged? 6 Red Flags to Watch For
Surprise meetings, proxy harvesting, candidates disqualified on technicalities - HOA election manipulation is more common than you think. Here's how to spot it.
Your Condo Just Dropped a P50K Special Assessment. Is That Even Allowed?
A surprise notice in the group chat: P50,000 special assessment, due in 60 days. Before you panic - here's when it's legit and when you can push back.
Your Neighbor's Airbnb: Can the HOA Actually Do Anything About It?
Random strangers in the elevator every weekend. Party noise at 2 AM. Your neighbor's condo unit is basically a hotel now. Can the HOA step in?
Laging Baha? Your Developer (and HOA) Might Be Legally Responsible
Every rainy season, the same subdivisions flood. Is it just bad luck - or did someone cut corners? Here's who's accountable and what you can do.
Saan Napupunta ang HOA Dues Mo? (A Quick Guide)
You've been paying monthly dues for years. But do you actually know where the money goes? Here's how to find out - and what to watch for.