If my wife was recently served papers for unpaid HOA dues but, the dwelling was forclosed at the time, what steps should we take?
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If my wife was recently served papers for unpaid HOA dues but, the dwelling was forclosed at the time, what steps should we take?
Asked on June 20, 2012 under Real Estate Law, California
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Anytime a person is served with a summons and complaint with respect to a lawsuit where he or she is named as a defendant, I suggest that an attorney be consulted with respect to the lawsuit to give guidance and assist in getting an answer filed in a timely manner so as to prevent a default judgment from happening. I suggest that this be done in your situation.
Even though your and your wife's home was foreclosed upon, you and she may still be legally liable for the unpaid HOA dues in connection with the foreclosed home prior to its foreclosure.
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