HOAScribeThe self-managed board's guide library
Running an HOA without a management company means the paperwork rules land on volunteers. These guides explain, in plain English, what your state actually requires — and how to get it right the first time. No legal background needed.
Most self-managed Texas HOAs are breaking §209.004 without knowing it
Texas law requires every property owners' association to record a management certificate with the county AND file it with TREC — and to update it within 30 days of any change. Here's what happens when boards don't, and how to fix it in an afternoon.
How to write an HOA violation letter in Texas (§209.006, step by step)
Before a Texas HOA can fine an owner or enforce most violations, §209.006 requires a specific written notice: certified mail, a description of the violation, a cure period, and hearing rights. A step-by-step guide for self-managed boards, with a template outline.
Collecting delinquent HOA dues in Texas: the §209.0064 notice, step by step
Texas boards can't send a delinquent account to collections or add collection charges until they've sent the owner a written notice with 45 days to cure — by certified mail, with payment-plan rights spelled out. The escalation ladder that keeps volunteer boards protected.
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HOAScribe drafts violation notices, dues letters, and meeting documents designed to reflect your state's requirements. Your first 3 documents are free — no card needed.