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The2008 financial crisishit homeowners hard.

But one homeowner decided he wouldnt have any of this nonsense.

So, hedeclared waron the red spray-painted curbs and lists of fake violations.

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Read our chat with him below!

For u/68Cadillac, there was no other choice that to buy a house in an HOA-regulated community.

In the city we lived in, almost every development came withHOAs rules, the Redditor tells Bored Panda.

Homeowners confront HOA representative over fake violations, standing outside their house with a clipboard.

In court, theH.O.A.

[would] have to reveal the reason for the money they said they were owed.

At discovery, theyd be unable to produce original violation notifications.

Text describing an HOA receiving a check, discussing a couple’s new home in 2005, a quiet cul-de-sac, and friendly neighbors.

And because they never existed, they sure couldnt produce proof theyd mailed em, the netizen says.

Sure, the H.O.A.

New and ongoing violations need new or updated pictures every month.

Text describing economic downturn, foreclosures, and homeownership issues in a subdivision.

They committed fraud [by] making up those fines.

Its really about whos on the board.

Its a dice roll.

Text about HOA struggling with funds due to junk cars and dying landscaping, affecting community upkeep.

If something gets really bad I can just call Code Enforcement, the Redditor adds.

And many Americans agree with him.

Theyd prefer if HOAs regulated noise levels, kept track of trash and recycling bins, and enforced parking.

Text describing HOA’s actions restricting street parking with fire lane paint in a subdivision, causing homeowner issues.

Suck it, HOA!

netizens thoroughly enjoyed another story of sticking it to an HOA

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Check out the results:

Text highlights fake HOA fire lane violations questioned by homeowner.

Text discusses HOA’s use of fake violations related to curb painting and signage.

Truck parked with tire on red curb, symbolizing HOA fake violations dispute.

Text describing HOA scheme to create fake violations for funds by painting curbs red.

Text describing a homeowner’s battle with HOA over painted curbs and fake violations.

Homeowner facing foreclosure notice due to fake HOA violations, seeking agency help for short-sale paperwork navigation.

Text discusses short-selling, home value discrepancies, and financial frustrations with a controversial statement.

HOA issues fake violations for funds during short-sale, targeting compliant homeowner.

Text about HOA fines over alleged violations, homeowner disputes documentation.

Text listing fake HOA violations to fundraise; homeowner disputes with evidence.

Text discussing trees looking dead in winter, addressing false HOA violations regarding tree replacement in off-season.

HOA communicates delayed responses, escalating costs, and potential foreclosure, creating homeowner frustration.

Escrow officer discusses HOA lien fees needed to close escrow, highlighting HOA fund strategies with potential fake violations.

Text conversation about HOA payment options and escrow process.

Hand writing a check, symbolizing HOA’s financial disputes over alleged violations.

Text detailing a homeowner’s conversation with an escrow officer and bank about a stop-payment on a check.

Text discussing HOA stopping attempts to contact after a violation dispute.

Man in a suit at a desk, taking notes, with scales of justice; concept of HOA fake violations.

Aerial view of suburban neighborhood, topic relates to HOA and fake violations.

Reddit comment discussing HOA’s alleged fake violation scheme and lack of evidence.

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Comment criticizing HOA for using fake violations for more funds.

Text comment expressing frustration with HOA neighborhoods.

Reddit comment criticizing HOAs, stating they should be made illegal.

Text describing HOA issues with a short sale during the pandemic.

Reddit comment discussing fake violations by HOA for funds, mentioning check fraud.

Online comment about escrow officer liability and certified funds practices.

Text comment criticizing HOA with humor and relief for not having adult responsibilities during 2008 crisis.

Text criticizing HOAs for issuing fake violations to homeowners.

Comment discussing HOA fake violations and payment compliance strategies.

Text exchange mocking HOA’s fake violations tactics against homeowners.

Reddit comment discussing Clinton’s impact on the housing market debacle.

Text discussing a homeowner’s frustration with HOA’s alleged fake violations.

Reddit comment criticizing HOA for issuing fake violations, warning about potential backlash.

Reddit comment warning about fraudulent checks and possible legal liabilities.

Text from social media post discussing the “trickle-down” effect.