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The HOA state: what Florida can teach the rest of America about life under the tyranny of a condo association

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What happened

About 78 million Americans live under 373,000 associations that can levy fines and even foreclose.

Some are barred from voting and can't afford to leave.

Key facts

  • About 78 million Americans live under 373,000 associations that can levy fines and even foreclose.
  • Reported by Fortune and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:24:14 UTC.

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