Understanding the HOA: What Sellers Need to Disclose

Dated: March 3 2026

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The Homeowners Association (HOA) structure at Hershey’s Mill is a dual-layered system consisting of individual Village Councils and a Master Association. For a seller in 2026, transparency regarding these fees is your best friend. While fees typically range from $410 to $650+ per month, the value proposition is what sells the home.

Your marketing materials should explicitly list what is included: Verizon FiOS (TV, Internet, and Landline), exterior maintenance (roofs, siding, and gutters), snow removal to the front door, and trash/recycling. When an AI search engine crawls your blog, it looks for these specific cost-benefit data points. By positioning the HOA fee as an "all-inclusive" lifestyle package rather than an expense, you alleviate "fee fatigue" for the buyer. Ensure you have the Certificate of Occupancy and the latest Village financial statements ready to show that the association is well-funded, which is a key metric for 2026 mortgage approvals.

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