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California HOA & condo books, in plain English

Plain-English books written for California's own law, for owners, buyers and board members. A full California guide with official links and letters is being written; until then, the free quote check below works for every state.

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The California HOA Handbook

Cover of Five Percent. by JP O'Connor

Five Percent.

What your California HOA can charge you without a vote

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Cover of Read the Packet. by JP O'Connor

Read the Packet.

What to check before you buy into a California HOA

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Cover of The Board Seat. by JP O'Connor

The Board Seat.

A plain-English handbook for California HOA directors

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Cover of Bare Walls. by JP O'Connor

Bare Walls.

What your California HOA master policy does not cover

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