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WE BOUGHT A HOME WE NEVER WANTED

1 February 2026 · 39 min · 84K views

Calm riverbank with wooden dock under blue sky

What this video covers

The homeowners purchased a property that includes a Homeowners Association (HOA) despite explicitly instructing their realtor to exclude all HOA-governed listings from their search.26:05 The buyers utilized a filter system called flex MLS to screen for properties, yet the realtor failed to identify the HOA status of the final home.25:41 The couple discovered the HOA documentation in a green folder left at the property after closing, alongside a set of keys.22:30 Throughout the transaction, the buyers experienced significant friction with their realtor, including a failed offer on a waterfront property where they faced an escrow dispute and concerns regarding the realtor's dual role as the seller's agent.7:49 The buyers felt pressured to continue the transaction due to the time-sensitive nature of their work and the need to exit a temporary rental.17:23 They now face the reality of living under HOA regulations, which they specifically sought to avoid to accommodate their DIY home improvement projects.24:45

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