Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California

You need to review the CC&R's, but would anticipate that they could place a lien on the unit whenever they want [along with late fees, collection charges, etc.] I am not sure if the obligation runs with the proprety [any buyer assumes the fees] or the then owner [have to go against the assets of then owner]; likely the former. The lender should have assumed the debt when they foreclosed as the HOA normally makes it lien superior to any other secured debt on the property [which implies it runs with the property]. You need to check that the lender has or will take care of the lien or potential lien; the title search may not show its correct status. Find out from the condo association what other charges it imposes, such as a refunabel lobby key charge, move in fee, etc. It need to be sure the socumetns show the lender ils transferring something entirely free of liens or possible HOA liens. Your relator should be helping you but I would not trust most of them.