* UNLESS they give equal access to all candidates.

If you’re running against sitting HOA board members, California law strictly limits how they can campaign. Directors cannot use HOA-funded resources to influence an election unless they give equal access to every candidate. When incumbents take over official HOA channels and shut others out, they break the law.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This 1-Minute Tip:

✅ What California Civil Code § 5135 prohibits during HOA elections.

✅ Which HOA resources boards commonly misuse for campaign purposes.

✅ How the equal access rule contained in Civil Code § 5105 fits into election compliance.

This Tip explains where the legal line is and how boards cross it by disguising campaign messaging as “informational” content. When board members use newsletters, email lists, websites, or management companies without giving equal access to challengers, they’re breaking the law.

🎧 📞 If you enjoyed this Tip, please like and subscribe to HOA HELL. Listen on YouTube at @hoahellpodcastofficial or wherever you get your podcasts. To schedule a consultation, visit https://mbkchapman.com/ and mention the HOA HELL discount.

Disclaimer:

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The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting a question, or receiving a response. Always consult with a licensed attorney regarding your specific legal situation. MBK Chapman and Michael Kushner disclaim any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

This communication does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.

About:

Michael Kushner created and taught the systems now used by the biggest law firms in the state focused on HOA litigation. Managing partner of MBK Chapman, and author of the best-selling book, HOA HELL, Kushner teaches homeowners how to fight their bad HOAs and win. 💥 Amazon [https://tinyurl.com/tx47hmvn] | Barnes & Noble [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/hoa%20hell]

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In this HOA Q&A, HOA HELL host Michael Kushner explains why short-term use of the clubhouse by an HOA member for a private event, like a wedding reception or birthday party, does not constitute a transfer of common area to a member for that member’s exclusive use, and therefore does not trigger the membership vote requirement contained in Civil Code § 4600.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This HOA Q&A:

✅ Why temporary reservations don’t constitute a grant of exclusive use under Civil Code § 4600.

✅ When favoritism or lack of equal access could turn legal use into an abuse of power.

🎧 📞 If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe to HOA HELL. Listen on YouTube at @hoahellpodcastofficial or wherever you get your podcasts. To schedule a consultation, visit https://mbkchapman.com/ and mention the HOA HELL discount.

Disclaimer:

This content constitutes attorney advertising.

The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting a question, or receiving a response. Always consult with a licensed attorney regarding your specific legal situation. MBK Chapman and Michael Kushner disclaim any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

This communication does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.

About:

Michael Kushner created and taught the systems now used by the biggest law firms in the state focused on HOA litigation. Managing partner of MBK Chapman, and author of the best-selling book, HOA HELL, Kushner teaches homeowners how to fight their bad HOAs and win. 💥 Amazon [https://tinyurl.com/tx47hmvn] | Barnes & Noble [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/hoa%20hell]

#DavisStirlingAct #HOA #CommonArea #ExclusiveUse #HOAHell #BadHOA

🔥 HOA Hell
California’s #1 HOA attorney shares real legal tools to help homeowners fight back—and win.

👉 Got an HOA nightmare? Submit your question at HOAHELLpodcast@mbkchapman.com. more about your rights as a homeowner: https://MBKChapman.com

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HOA director term limits create confusion for homeowners and boards alike. Some people insist they’re invalid under California law. Others rely on them to force board turnover. Both sides often speak with confidence, but not accuracy.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This 1-Minute Tip:

✅ When term limits can be enforced in California HOAs.

✅ Where valid term limits must appear to have legal effect.

✅ The potential problems associated with term limits and how smart boards address those problems.

This Tip explains how California law treats HOA director term limits and why the answer depends on how an association adopted them. It also touches on the practical realities boards face when strict limits collide with the realities of volunteerism.

🎧 📞 If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe to HOA HELL. Listen on YouTube at @hoahellpodcastofficial or wherever you get your podcasts. To schedule a consultation, visit https://mbkchapman.com/ and mention the HOA HELL discount.

Disclaimer:

This content constitutes attorney advertising.

The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting a question, or receiving a response. Always consult with a licensed attorney regarding your specific legal situation. MBK Chapman and Michael Kushner disclaim any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

This communication does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.

About:

Michael Kushner created and taught the systems now used by the biggest law firms in the state focused on HOA litigation. Managing partner of MBK Chapman, and author of the best-selling book, HOA HELL, Kushner teaches homeowners how to fight their bad HOAs and win. 💥 Amazon [https://tinyurl.com/tx47hmvn] | Barnes & Noble [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/hoa%20hell]

#DavisStirlingAct #CaliforniaHOA #HOATermLimits #HOAHELL #badHOA

🔥 HOA Hell
California’s #1 HOA attorney shares real legal tools to help homeowners fight back—and win.

👉 Got an HOA nightmare? Submit your question at HOAHELLpodcast@mbkchapman.com. more about your rights as a homeowner: https://MBKChapman.com

📲 Follow us:
Instagram: @mbkchapmanpc
YouTube: HOA Hell (https://www.youtube.com/@HOAHELLpodcastofficial)