THE DISPATCH: Homeowners’ group embroiled in parking flap with family Associated Press August 29, 2017 OLATHE, Kan. (AP) — A Kansas homeowners association has told a couple living with an ailing parent that they must stop parking a car in … Continue reading
THE KANSAS CITY STAR: Olathe man’s war with HOA over landscaping: $400,000 at stake By Judy L. Thomas September 7, 2016 Four years ago, Jim Hildenbrand was ready for a change. His kids were grown, his father had died, and … Continue reading
THE KANSAS CITY STAR: Star series sparks avalanche of HOA horror stories, plus some plaudits By Judy L. Thomas August 12, 2016 Julie and Irl Copley have had some minor run-ins with their homeowners association since building their brick house … Continue reading
Former HOA treasurer admits embezzling more than $100,000 August 25, 2016 By Judy Thomas The former treasurer of a Kansas City homeowners association pleaded guilty Thursday to stealing more than $100,000 from her HOA over 2 1/2 years. Loretta A. Lock, 78, … Continue reading
THE KANSAS CITY STAR: Critics say many avenues can lead to reforming the HOA mess By Juudy L. Thomas August 3, 2016 As HOAs continue to proliferate, critics and a few lawmakers increasingly are calling for more regulations to protect … Continue reading
THE KANSAS CITY STAR: Angry residents dig for truth amid signs of decay in HOA By Judy L. Thomas August 3, 2016 At first glance, Quivira Falls seems a tranquil hamlet, tucked away in a tree-lined neighborhood in Overland Park. … Continue reading
THE KANSAS CITY STAR: It’s not easy to take on an HOA, but it’s possible to win By Judy L. Thomas July 28, 2016 For six years, Ferne Skidmore and her friends gathered weekly at the Velda Rose Estates clubhouse … Continue reading
Topeka Veteran a home By Tyler Carter March 22, 2016 TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka veteran is left without a home after a local homeowners association denied his VA loan after originally giving him approval. Stan Simmons decide to put … Continue reading