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Condo Homeowners Associations are the main reason I don't particularly recommend a lot of condos for your real estate portfolios.

The reason is we have been involved with condos and a homeowners association for over twenty years and all the problems that come with them. 

My conclusion is there are just too many cooks in that kitchen.

Believe me, we've dealt with everything from noise, squirrel and spider infestations, raccoons (our state animal by the way), water problems and leaks, air conditioners, pets, foundation problems, dumpster troubles, etc.

Last night I was forced to attend the annual condo board election because my brother is out after having less than successful knee surgery and my dad was unable to go.

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