Las Vegas HOA Increased Fees Through The Roof

Author Shawn Tempesta

November 20th 4:04 PM

If you think your HOA is bad, wait until you hear how much one Las Vegas HOA increased fees.

Being a part of a homeowners association is both a blessing and a curse. Sure, you probably won’t have a person using their front yard as a junk yard. But sometimes the juice isn’t worth the squeeze. Now one community is really feeling the squeeze after one HOA increased fees drastically over the year.

Rock Springs Vista, Las Vegas, NV 89145
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The community is Rock Springs Vista located on South Buffalo between Alta and Westcliff. The condo complex is relatively unassuming, but you’ll be shocked to hear how high the HOA increased fees.

Rock Springs Vista HOA Increased Fees 168% In 2024

When the start of 2024 hit, the HOA fee in the community increased from around $200 to $250, one community member told KLAS. A 20 percent increase? Not fun. But hey, things are more expensive nowadays.

Well the Rock Springs HOA increased fees beginning this January to a massive $416 per month. From $250 to $416 a month over the course of a year. That is absolutely asinine.

Before you say “well they must have it all there,” not quite. According to the community, the pools are unreliable and the community is not particularly fancy.

While a bunch of disgruntled owners in the community descended upon the HOA meeting to voice their frustration, the HOA increased fees anyways and approved it.

Looking For Relief From The Law? Head To California

Unfortunately Nevada state law does not have any rules that would cap HOA fee increases. However in California, HOAs can only increase their fees up to 20 percent year to year. So that increase from $200 to $250 would be it. It’s still too much, but better than over $400!

There isn’t much recourse for homeowners in the community who will now be left with a decision: stay and pay or cash out and get out.

Shawn Tempesta is the co-host of Aimee+Shawn on 102.7 VGS in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is also an Emmy award nominated television host. As a content creator for 102.7 VGS, Shawn writes about current events, education, funny and trending stories.

Top Cleaning Hacks That People Swear By

Think about how easier cleaning would be if we had the help of Cinderella’s magical animal friends. Unfortunately, this is not our reality. Many of our realities include piles of dirty clothes, dirty dishes that “you’ll get to later,” and always-accumulating dust. But there is hope for maintaining a clean home. Sure, we all have our hacks and tips, but which ones are worth trying out?

Many people have been sharing how they keep their homes spotless or tidy home habits they developed. A good habit to develop is making sure everything has a place. This could be something you developed from your parents, a relative, or on your own. Making sure everything has its own spot can prevent clutter and get you in the habit of putting things back after using them. This also makes it easier to wipe down surface areas like your countertops without appliances constantly getting in the way.

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There are all kinds of ways and methods for cleaning anything. Of course, some are more effective than others. And some require a handful of steps and instructions. But let’s be real here: we all just want the best cleaning tips and hacks. Those that leave your place spotless with minimal effort.

Some of us may think we have it all together when it comes to cleaning around the home, but there’s always something new to try. For instance, when you have a stained or spotty plastic or vinyl shower curtain, you can just toss it into the washing machine with a little detergent to get it clean. Then there’s descaling your coffee maker. It just takes a mixture of half vinegar and half water brewed until the reservoir is empty. This can help get rid of calcium buildup and keep your coffee maker running a little longer.

Check out more cleaning hacks people swear by below.

Lemon Surfaces
Lemons are great for cleaning. This is especially true if you’re trying to ditch chemical cleaning products. Not only is the scent amazing, but you can use the fruit to clean wooden cutting boards, deodorize your drains, and degrease pans. According to Taste of Home, lemons work well for cleaning ovens. They said for oven buildup, just fill an oven-safe baking dish with water and lemon juice. Then, bake for 30 minutes at 250 degrees. After the oven has cooled, remove the side and wipe any remaining grime from the oven’s interior.

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Crayon Removal
This one is for those with kids or who often watch them. If one of the kiddos decides to draw their best crayon artwork on the walls, your wooden living room tray, LCD screens, clothing or appliances, there are ways to remove it. Some people swear by WD-40. They say it’s good for clothing items and LCD screens. For clothes, The Spruce suggests flipping the fabric inside out, spraying WD-40 on a cloth, and dabbing it onto the crayon stain. Then, scraping off the solid bits left behind. You can also treat crayon stains with detergent and a toothbrush scrub, or a dab mayonnaise on a cloth for walls.

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Tough Wine Stains
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There are several ways to remove wine stains. But if you find yourself in a bind, then try salt or club soda. You start by spritzing the wine stain with club soda. Next, blot the wine, or colored drink stain, with a microfiber cloth. Just repeat this until the stain is gone. Some people swear by kosher salt. Usual Wines reported that salt will absorb the wine and lift away the color from the surface.
Tennis Balls For Comforters
You may have heard of this cleaning hack. Most comforters are machine-wash-friendly. If the comforter fills only half the washer then you should be good to go. When ready to dry, add tennis balls to the dryer to keep the comforter’s stuffing from collecting in one corner. According to Real Simple, if you have ever pulled a washed comforter or pillow out of the dryer to find it lumpy, the tennis ball trick can prevent that.

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Dust Removal
Dusting is a task that many of us can live without. But if you’re looking for an easier way to tackle dust, try using a dryer sheet. They collect dust better than a cloth. You can run it along your baseboards or lines. Apartment Therapy reports that you can also dust surfaces with a sock. Obviously, you want to make sure it’s a clean sock. Some people even say that using a pillowcase for hard-to-reach places like ceiling fan blades does the trick. Just open it up, carefully slide it over the fan blade, and use it to wipe out from the center of the fan to the tip of the blade. “The motion collects the dust from the blades and any dust that falls drops into the pillow instead of onto your floor,” said Apartment Therapy.

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Coffee Stains
Nobody’s a fan of stubborn brown stains in coffee mugs. Here’s a cleaning hack to try. Sprinkle some baking soda onto the bottom of your stained cup, add just enough water to form a paste and scrub. Then, give it a good rinse. Some people have also tried distilled white vinegar. Just fill the mug with vinegar and let it sit for 10 minutes. Molly Maid recommends another approach, which is pouring salt into the bottom of the mug and dumping a few pieces of crushed ice on top. Cover the mug with a few layers of plastic wrap and shake vigorously. They said the coarse salt removes the coffee stains without any chemicals.

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