A family friend got fined $50 because their kids were playing outside past 6 pm — the new HOA rule. They paid it immediately, thinking it was a one-time thing. Next week? Another fine, this time $100. No warning, no chance to appeal. Turns out the HOA has a “three strikes” policy that doubles fines each time. The family feels targeted, especially since other noisy neighbors haven’t been fined. Neighbors whisper the HOA board members live in the “quiet zone” and are quick to punish anyone who disturbs them. Is this really about community peace — or just power and money? #House #HOA