Buying in an HOA community comes with rules, financial responsibilities, and potential red flags — which is why asking the right questions upfront is essential. In this episode of Keys & Gears, Bess Dickson and Mark Liesner walk you through the six most important questions every homebuyer must ask before purchasing an HOA property.

You’ll learn how to identify financial red flags in an HOA budget, understand how CC&Rs impact your day-to-day living, recognize the risks of special assessments, and determine whether short-term rentals or renovations are allowed. This episode gives you the insights you need to review HOA documents with confidence and avoid costly surprises.