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The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted in 2021, introduces strict reporting obligations aimed at curbing financial crimes such as money laundering and fraud. While initially intended to target businesses, the legislation has far-reaching implications for California homeowners associations (HOAs). Under the CTA, HOAs must disclose i

Organizing in-person HOA meetings can be challenging for associations wanting to increase member participation. In 2024, new laws, such as the Davis-Stirling Act amendment, increased access to digital tools by HOAs. Hybrid HOA meetings in California are now possible, allowing members to attend meetings in-person or via virtual platforms.&

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted in 2021, aims to combat financial crimes by requiring organizations to disclose their beneficial owners. While initially targeting businesses engaged in money laundering or terrorist financing, the CTA’s broad scope now includes homeowners associations (HOAs).  As the act’s full imple

Updated: June 22nd, 2026 California HOAs are experiencing a significant shift in governance as new regulations reshape how associations operate, manage communities, and conduct elections. These updates are part of broader changes in HOA legislation aimed at modernizing outdated processes and improving transparency, accountability, and hom

Updated: March 10th, 2026 Can California HOAs hold virtual meetings? Yes! Under recent updates to state law, they can. Amendments to the Davis-Stirling Act now allow California homeowners associations to conduct meetings and elections electronically, rather than relying solely on in-person gatherings and mailed paper ballots. These change

Homeowners' associations (HOAs) are at the heart of California’s residential communities, managing everything from shared amenities to enforcing community standards. Recent changes in HOA legislation bring new requirements aimed at promoting transparency, strengthening homeowner rights, and encouraging sustainable practices.  These upd

California homeowner associations (HOAs) face significant legal changes in 2025 that will reshape how they conduct elections, manage transparency, and handle maintenance responsibilities. These updates address California HOA elections, new transparency requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), and expanded utility repair ob

Prior to the amended Davis-Stirling Act of 2024, HOAs were required to hold votes via secret mail-in ballots only. This limited discussion of the issues and placed a burden on both HOAs and voters to adhere to an outdated law. Recognizing that voter turnout was low in HOA elections, California decided to change the law […]

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) affects HOAs by requiring them to report detailed information about their board membership and financial stakeholders. Board members and anyone holding a beneficial ownership of 25% or more of a corporation are required to report their personal information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (F

Happy New Year! To celebrate, we want to take a short moment to reflect on the exciting features ElectionBuddy introduced in 2024. It was a year of continuous improvement, and we're proud to have made significant strides in enhancing the functionality of ElectionBuddy. Here's a recap of the key updates we rolled out last year: Onward [&h

The Davis-Stirling Act is the primary legislation that governs homeowners associations in the state of California. One key provision of the law was a requirement that HOAs hold elections via a secret vote through mail-in ballots only. In September 2024, a new bill was passed that amended the Davis-Stirling Act to allow for secure electron

No matter where you live, understanding homeowners associations (HOAs) and how they make decisions is not always easy. The good news is that many of them operate the same way, even in Orange County! Whether you’re holding Orange County HOA board elections, approving rule changes, or deciding on community projects, the Orange County HOA

Northern California HOA rules are all about keeping neighborhoods looking great, maintaining property values, and ensuring everyone stays on the same page to maintain a happy and peaceful community. Many HOAs are also turning to electronic voting. However, state law requires a California HOA inspector of elections to oversee the process t

Guidelines for homeowners associations (HOAs) in Los Angeles help them enforce rules fairly, maintain common areas, and stay compliant with evolving laws. For the most part, Los Angeles HOAs operate under California’s Davis-Stirling Act, which governs elections, meetings, and financial practices across the state, as well as the need to