What Every Realtor Needs to Know About Community Associations (But is Afraid to Ask)

Have you ever had a buyer fall in love with a home only to get spooked by the words “HOA,” “condo,” or “association fees”? In this episode, “What Every Realtor Needs to Know About Community Associations (But Is Afraid to Ask),” we’re pulling back the curtain on how associations really work, what they are, how they’re governed, discussing resale documents and disclosures, and how Realtors and community managers can work together to the benefit of all parties. Our panel features three industry experts with deep knowledge of real estate transactions in associations: Jody Buchter, CMCA, AMS, Realtor®, owner of Calibre Property Management, brings 25+ years of hands-on experience working with community associations and guiding buyers and sellers through the resale process. Edward Hoffman, Jr., Esq., CCAL, Founder and Managing Member of Hoffman Law LLC, offers a legal perspective on association governance, documentation, and common pitfalls that can surprise even seasoned real estate professionals. Carl N. Weiner, Esq., CCAL of Hamburg, Rubin, Mullin, Maxwell & Lupin, is one of the region’s most recognized authorities in association law. With more than three decades in real estate and land development, Carl has advised on the creation of over 150 condominium and homeowners’ associations and has earned a reputation for his practical, real-world approach to complex real estate issues. Special thanks to our sponsor Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. Community Matters is available in the iTunes store, on Google Play, and on Spotify.

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What Every Realtor Needs to Know About Community Associations (But is Afraid to Ask) is an episode from Community Matters by Community Associations Institute Pennsylvania & Delaware Valley Chapter.

This episode is 71:41 long.

This episode was published on Nov 22, 2025.

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