in addition to CC&Rs, HOAs may be governed by Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and often architectural control standards. The HOA is in place to own and operate portions of a planned community and attempts to preserve the value of property in the condominium or planned community. Read and understand these documents. Also, be aware that some HOAs impose fees that must be paid when the property is sold, so it is important to ask if the purchase of the property will result in any fees. Condominium and planned community HOAs are also regulated by Arizona statutes; however, they are not under the jurisdiction of the Department of Real Estate. If you have questions about your rights and remedies regarding homeowner’s associations or community associations, read the information provided at http://www.azre.gov/PUBLIC_INFO/Documents/Purchasing_A_Home_Read_This.html#LINK11 or http://www.dfbls.az.gov/Userfiles/File/administration/HOA%20Package04012007.pdf.