'I got fined for having a Halloween pumpkin on my patio on November 1st': 20+ HOAs who had super strict rules and steep fines

If you can help it, never move into a neighborhood that is home to an HOA.

The name of an HOA, or Home Owner's Association, implies that it's a board that'll make sound decisions for the homeowners of an area. But in practice, that's so far from the truth. In reality, HOAs are run by a few people who make sweeping decisions for an entire area, and are often more focused on keeping control over people's homes and charging massive fines to line their own pockets. They're able to do things like charge you $400 for parking your own vehicle in your driveway instead of your garage. One person got fined for having a simple jack-o-lantern on their porch… the day after Halloween. It's an unlivable situation for many people who find themselves in HOA territory.

At least misery loves company! These people wrote in to answer a question from u/eaerp, who asked for people's tales of the "craziest HOA Rule or regulation you've heard about or live with." More than 3,000 people shared their stories---check them out below!

Next up, this CEO of a startup acted thrilled to bring on a new hire, but then as soon as the employee signed their contract, the CEO started having second thoughts.

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