Kendra Hart+FollowHOA Drama: Mold, Delays & a Tiny WinImagine fighting your HOA for over two years just to get them to fix mold and water damage in your condo. That’s what happened to one Redditor, who finally got a “small victory” after 25 months—though now there’s a giant hole in their living room while they wait for more repairs. HOAs can be notorious for dragging their feet on repairs and blocking eco-friendly upgrades. Would you let your HOA tell you what to plant in your yard? #HOAProblems #HomeownerLife #MoldIssues #Home10Share
Susan Ball+FollowWhy Is My Plant Randomly on Fire?!Waking up to your potted plant literally smoking and on fire? That’s what happened to one homeowner, and the internet went wild trying to solve the mystery. Theories ranged from tossed cigarette butts (most popular guess) to spontaneous combustion and even aliens. Turns out, some potting soils and plants can catch fire super easily—especially if someone ashes a cigarette in them. PSA: Check your pots for sneaky fire hazards! #gardeningfail #plantmystery #homeownerlife #Home00Share
Natasha Anderson+FollowWhen Home Comes with Surprise GuestsOkay, no one prepared me for the whole 'squirrels in the attic' situation. Like, I thought buying a house was gonna be all about cozy evenings and Sunday brunches, not freaking out because you hear scuttling sounds above your ceiling. Last night, I legit thought I had ghosts or some raccoon dance crew up there. Turns out, it's just a squad of squirrels having a party. Go figure. Now I gotta figure out how to relocate them without traumatizing myself or them. Adulting is hard, y'all. Who knew homeownership would feel like an episode of National Geographic? 😂 Wish me luck! #NewHomeRevelations #HomeownerLife #SquirrelSquad200Share
Heather Moore+FollowHomeowner Sticker Shock: The $21K SurpriseEver feel like your house is a money pit? Turns out, the average homeowner shells out over $21,000 a year on stuff you don’t see coming—think repairs, taxes, and even your WiFi bill. The biggest wallet-buster? Maintenance, which can cost more than your vacation plans. If you’re dreaming of a white picket fence, remember: the real price tag is way more than your mortgage. Time to budget for those sneaky extras! #HomeownerLife #MoneyHacks #BudgetSmart #RealEstate00Share
Brian Sanchez+FollowHomeowner Sticker Shock: The $21K SurpriseThinking about buying a house? Here’s a money lifehack: budget for more than just your mortgage. A new study says the average homeowner shells out over $21,000 a year on sneaky extras like repairs, taxes, and even your WiFi bill. The biggest wallet-buster? Home maintenance—think leaky roofs and busted appliances. If you’re house-hunting, don’t let these hidden costs catch you off guard! #HomeownerLife #MoneyTips #BudgetSmart #RealEstate144Share
Samantha Welch+FollowHomeowner Sticker Shock: The $21K SurpriseEver feel like your house is a money pit? Turns out, the average homeowner shells out over $21,000 a year on stuff you don’t even think about—like repairs, taxes, and even your WiFi bill. The real wallet-buster? Maintenance, which eats up almost $9K alone! If you’re dreaming of buying a place, remember: the real costs start after you get the keys. Budget for more than just your mortgage! #HomeownerLife #MoneyHacks #BudgetTips #RealEstate21Share
John Fitzgerald+FollowHOA Drama Over a 'Dead' Tree?Imagine being told by your HOA to replace your tree because they think it’s dead—but your in-law (and the arborists) say it’s totally fine! One homeowner’s now stuck between expensive tree shopping and fighting back. The best advice? Get a pro to check it out, keep all your receipts, and make the HOA prove their point. Would you let your HOA decide what grows in your yard? Wild! #HOAProblems #HomeownerLife #TreeDrama #Home31Share
Kendra Hart+FollowLawn Drama: 5 Mowing Rules to Keep PeaceEver get woken up by a neighbor mowing at sunrise? Or find your car splattered with grass clippings? Apparently, Reddit is full of these lawn-mowing horror stories. If you want to avoid being the talk of the block, here are the unspoken rules: 1) Respect quiet hours, 2) Watch out for parked cars, 3) Keep clippings in your yard, 4) Know your property lines, and 5) Actually talk to your neighbors if there’s an issue. Let’s keep the drama off Reddit and our lawns looking good! #LawnEtiquette #NeighborhoodDrama #HomeownerLife #Home30Share
Susan Ball+FollowHOA Drama Over a Simple Garden Bed?!Imagine getting slapped with a violation for a basic herb garden in your own backyard—one that’s not even visible from the street! That’s what happened to this homeowner, and the HOA can’t even point to a rule against it. People are calling out the HOA for being way too nosy and controlling. Should HOAs really get to decide what you grow in your own space? Drop your take below! #HOAProblems #GardenDrama #HomeownerLife #PettyRules #LetUsGrow #Home10Share
