EPISODE · May 29, 2025 · 36 MIN
45. HOA's- The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
from The Real Story with Adam and Sherry · host Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens
Our Contra Costa County market is certainly in a transitional market. In shifting markets it’s important to look at trends and consider recent sales to help determine strategy when pricing and/or offering on homes. HOAs are when a group of homes (Condos & Single-Family Homes) are part of an association that is governed by a board of directors, made up of a homeowners, and a property manager that oversees and coordinates the work needed to be done & the paperwork. How are HOAs considered to be the canary in the coal mine? We discuss the positive benefits of owning a home in an HOA and also consider the reasons people might not want an HOA governing their home. Listen as we offer tips and advice on what to look for when considering an HOA. Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone. Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on• Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties• Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com• Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties• Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties• LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties Adam Hamalian: [email protected] Sherry Hutchens: [email protected] For past episodes or to subscribe to this podcast, click here. Or find us on Apple or Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Hutchens Hamalian Properties GroupDudum Real Estate GroupDRE #01320608 | DRE #01917597 | DRE #01882902#HutchensHamalian #EastBayRealEstate #BayAreaRealEstate #AccountabilityPartners #RealEstate #ListingStats #LoveWhereYouLive #ListingAgents #BuyersAgents #HomeSweetHome #RealEstateTeam #2025RealEstate #TheRealStoryPodcast #BecomingBetterAgents #HomeBuying #AdamandSherry #PodcastSeason2 #BalancedMarket #RealEstateTips #RealEstateTerms #EstatePlanning #TransparencyMatters #BayAreaHomes #ProbateSale #TrustSale #TrustSaleExplained #ProbateRealEstateLEGAL: This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The hosts’ and guests’ views, thoughts, and opinions represent those of the hosts/guests and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information. ©Hutchens Hamalian Properties Group
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Our Contra Costa County market is certainly in a transitional market. In shifting markets it’s important to look at trends and consider recent sales to help determine strategy when pricing and/or offering on homes. HOAs are when a group of homes (Condos & Single-Family Homes) are part of an association that is governed by a board of directors, made up of a homeowners, and a property manager that oversees and coordinates the work needed to be done & the paperwork. How are HOAs considered to be the canary in the coal mine? We discuss the positive benefits of owning a home in an HOA and also consider the reasons people might not want an HOA governing their home. Listen as we offer tips and advice on what to look for when considering an HOA. Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone. Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on• Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties• Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com• Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties• Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties• LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties Adam Hamalian: [email protected] Sherry Hutchens: [email protected] For past episodes or to subscribe to this podcast, click here. Or find us on Apple or Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Hutchens Hamalian Properties GroupDudum Real Estate GroupDRE #01320608 | DRE #01917597 | DRE #01882902#HutchensHamalian #EastBayRealEstate #BayAreaRealEstate #AccountabilityPartners #RealEstate #ListingStats #LoveWhereYouLive #ListingAgents #BuyersAgents #HomeSweetHome #RealEstateTeam #2025RealEstate #TheRealStoryPodcast #BecomingBetterAgents #HomeBuying #AdamandSherry #PodcastSeason2 #BalancedMarket #RealEstateTips #RealEstateTerms #EstatePlanning #TransparencyMatters #BayAreaHomes #ProbateSale #TrustSale #TrustSaleExplained #ProbateRealEstateLEGAL: This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The hosts’ and guests’ views, thoughts, and opinions represent those of the hosts/guests and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information. ©Hutchens Hamalian Properties Group
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