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HOME ENERGY FIGHTS

HOAs install arrays of solar panels on their roofs.
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A regressive HOA made up a rule and then tried to take away this family's home — so they fought back in court

Homeowner Joey Myles
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Freedom-loving homeowner wins battle over HOA's power-hungry 'aesthetic' policy: 'This is about property rights'

Homeowner's association
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Defiant couple battles HOA in court after violating their allegedly 'illegal' neighborhood rules: 'There was no reason'

YARD & GARDEN FIGHTS

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Couple's lawn feud with heavy-handed HOA leads to change in state law: 'If they fight back, they can win'

Native grasses in the lawn, lawn rules
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Homeowner finds clever way to push back against HOA's frustratingly strict lawn rules: 'They got mad at me this year'

Raised vegetable beds
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Homeowner plots defense of property rights after 'ludicrous' HOA response to their garden: 'State laws supersede any HOA laws'

LATEST HOA ARTICLES

The Diablo Grande community in Stanislaus County, California, is taking steps to recall its HOA board.
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Homeowners fight back after HOA issues baffling fines: 'Now is just not the time'

One Reddit user was surprised when their HOA nixed their solar panel installation. Here's how the internet suggested fighting back.
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Homeowner seeks advice after HOA denies solar installation despite legal protection: 'Their denial is illegal'

Experts highlighted a crucial specification homeowners should consider before adding a rooftop solar array: conversion rates.
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Industry insiders reveal the most efficient solar panels of 2025: 'Not all solar panels produce the same'

The author of The End of Nature is highlighting how solar panels are appealing to homeowners in ways beyond sustainability.
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Renowned journalist breaks down how the 'Costco of energy' is winning over American homeowners: 'Cheaper ... and more reliable'

A proposed bill in New Hampshire could allow people to install their own portable solar panels on their balconies.
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Officials propose policy that could launch plug-and-play solar panels into more US markets: '[Gives] people some control over energy costs'

Solar panels can help natural disaster victims. Find out how Florida's families are using this tech to prepare for hurricanes.
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Experts uncover life-saving side effect of traditional solar panels: 'Families can take control'

One Reddit user shared the frustration of being billed for a repair the HOA had previously agreed to cover.
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Homeowner exasperated as HOA tries to stick them with $4,000 bill: 'I'm determined not to let them get away with this'

One homeowner was appalled when their HOA refused to let them replace a broken air conditioner.
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Homeowner furious after unreasonable HOA prevents AC installation during heat wave: 'I have two dogs trying not to die'

One Reddit user was shocked to discover tire marks all over their lawn after a neighbor recklessly drove over it.
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Homeowner shares photo of thoughtless neighbor's destructive act: 'Is he gonna fix that?'

One Minnesota homeowner is ready for a legal war against her homeowners association over the right to grow native plants.
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Homeowner fights back after HOA imposes strict rules: 'That law needs to be better'

Federal tax credits for home solar installations expire at the end of the year, but solar installers have found a way to continue passing savings on to consumers.
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Homeowner seeks advice after receiving bizarre offer from rooftop solar installer: 'Something I've never seen before'

One Redditor shared disgusting photos of a plumbing disaster to highlight the need for proper maintenance.
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Tenant slams landlord after discovering source of bad smell in apartment: 'Am now staying in a hotel'

One homeowner revealed how signing up for a solar lease was worth it — and how you can do the same.
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Homeowner reveals why he chose to buy and lease solar panels at the same time: 'A bargain compared to the wild utility-rate hikes'

A prospective homebuyer in New Jersey turned to Reddit for advice after one of their top priorities for buying the property was placed in jeopardy by the HOA's rules.
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Homebuyer searches for advice after discovering 'restrictive' HOA policy attached to house: 'This has … left me conflicted'

A breakthrough from UNSW's researchers could soon make solar energy cheaper, more reliable, and easier to produce.
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Researchers unveil game-changing technology that could slash energy costs worldwide: 'More efficient and reliable'

Energy company Xcel announced plans to invest heavily in battery storage and solar in Minnesota, bolstering clean energy in the region.
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Major US power company reveals game-changing plans for old coal plant: 'We're making a significant investment'

First Solar, an American company that emerged from the Midwest, will increase its U.S. presence with a new facility in South Carolina.
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Manufacturer commits $330 million to massive solar factory with major implications for US energy: 'A timely, agile response ... to meet the moment'

One Florida homeowner pushed their HOA to deal with an invasive Brazilian Pepper Tree — and finally succeeded.
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Homeowner frustrated as negligent HOA ignores urgent issue: 'Neither one of them will return my calls'

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