The Three-Bid Rule Is Not Optional When the Project Is $2 Million. Owners Will Check

Large capital projects without competitive bidding become Exhibit A in disputes and recalls. California law does not mandate three bids, but Corporations Code 7231 requires reasonable inquiry. Document the process or own the criticism.

The $26,000 Roof Bill: Why “We Kept Dues Low for Years” Is Now the Most Expensive Decision an East Bay Board Can Make

East Bay HOA boards that kept dues flat for years now face five-figure special assessments for deferred roofs and underfunded reserves. Owners are organizing recalls. Civil Code 5550 and 5605 rules determine how the bill arrives.

When the Directors Who Live Above the Failing Roof Control the Assessment Vote, Owners Notice

When directors who own units in the building needing major repairs control the special-assessment vote, owners notice. California law requires disclosure and a documented process so the allocation can withstand scrutiny.

7 Critical SB 326 Balcony Inspection Steps for Oakland HOAs in 2026

Learn SB 326 balcony inspection requirements for California HOAs. Deadlines, costs ($500-$2,000), sampling methods & compliance steps for Oakland associations.